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| Эмитент | Smyrna |
|---|---|
| Год | 150 BC - 143 BC |
| Тип | Standard circulation coin |
| Номинал | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Валюта | Drachm |
| Состав | Silver |
| Вес | 16.79 g |
| Диаметр | 34 mm |
| Толщина | |
| Форма | Round (irregular) |
| Техника | Hammered |
| Ориентация | |
| Гравёр(ы) | |
| В обращении до | |
| Каталожные номера | Milne Smyrna#165, SNG Kayhan#592 |
| Описание аверса | Turreted head of Tyche facing right. |
|---|---|
| Письменность аверса | |
| Надписи аверса | |
| Описание реверса | Legend in two lines and magistrate’s monogram within laurel wreath. |
| Письменность реверса | Greek |
| Надписи реверса | ZMYP NAIΩN |
| Гурт | |
| Монетный двор | |
| Тираж |
ND (150 BC - 143 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 7208695950 |
| Дополнительная информация |
Historical Context: Issued by the Ionian city of Smyrna between 150 BC and 143 BC, this Tetradrachm reflects a period of geopolitical transition in Asia Minor. Following Roman victories over the Seleucids, Smyrna maintained its status as a free and allied city, flourishing as a vital port. The magistrate Metrodoros, whose name appears, signifies Smyrna's civic autonomy in minting. Issuance of substantial silver tetradrachms underscores the city's prosperity and its role as a regional economic powerhouse, testament to stable administration.
Artistry: The design of this Tetradrachm exemplifies sophisticated Hellenistic numismatic tradition. While the engraver is anonymous, the stylistic school blends