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| Emisor | Athens |
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| Año | 110 BC - 109 BC |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Moneda | Drachm |
| Composición | Silver |
| Peso | 16.71 g |
| Diámetro | 30 mm |
| Grosor | |
| Forma | Round (irregular) |
| Técnica | Hammered |
| Orientación | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Grabador(es) | |
| En circulación hasta | |
| Referencia(s) | Thompson#719a |
| Descripción del anverso | Helmeted head of Athena right. |
|---|---|
| Escritura del anverso | |
| Leyenda del anverso | |
| Descripción del reverso | Owl standing right, head facing, on amphora; magistrates’ names in fields, bee to right, I on amphora, ME below; all within wreath. |
| Escritura del reverso | Greek |
| Leyenda del reverso | |
| Canto | |
| Casa de moneda | |
| Tirada |
ND (110 BC - 109 BC) - - |
| ID de Numisquare | 7641454520 |
| Información adicional |
Historical Context: This Athenian Tetradrachm, struck 110-109 BC, belongs to the city's "New Style" coinage period. The names Zoilos, Euandros, and Theochen... identify the senior magistrates responsible for its issue. Despite growing Roman influence, Athens maintained significant economic and cultural prominence. These substantial silver coins (16.71 gg, 30 mm) were crucial for extensive trade across the Hellenistic world, underscoring Athens' continued status as a major financial and intellectual hub in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Artistry: The design exemplifies Hellenistic artistic tradition in Athenian mints (late 2nd century BC). Engravers are unnamed, but consistent quality suggests a skilled mint atelier. The obverse features a majestic bust of Athena Parthenos, rendered with classical revival elements, her helmet often adorned with intricate figures. The reverse presents the iconic Athenian owl, standing right on an amphora, flanked by the magistrates' names (Zoilos, Euandros, Theochen...) and the ethnic 'ΑΘΕ'. A distinctive symbol (Thompson#719a) typically appears in the field.
Technical/Grading: Struck on a broad 30 mm silver flan (16.71 grams), this Tetradrachm typically exhibits a strong strike, though centering varies. Key high-points for preservation include Athena's helmet crest/ornamentation, eye, and cheekbone. Reverse high-points are the owl's breast, eye, amphora details, and magistrates' names. Full details, good metal, and minimal die wear command premium valuations. The large flan allowed for comprehensive, though sometimes off-center, intricate designs.