Catalog
| Issuer | Larissa - Ptolemais |
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| Year | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.03 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | |
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| Reference(s) |
| Obverse description | Head of female right, hair in sakkos |
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| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | Amphora within incuse square |
| Reverse script | Greek |
| Reverse lettering | ΛΑΡ ΙΣ ΙΑ |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (400 BC - 300 BC) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 7950643090 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: The tetrobol of Larissa - Ptolemais, issued 400-300 BC, originates from Larissa, a prominent Thessalian city-state. During this late Classical to early Hellenistic period, Larissa was a significant regional power, known for its fertile plains and equestrian culture. While "Ptolemais" is an unusual epithet, Larissa was a prolific minting authority, producing crucial silver coinage for its robust economy and trade, reflecting its civic identity.
Artistry: This tetrobol exemplifies the refined artistic standards of late Classical Greek numismatics. The obverse typically features a beautifully rendered, three-quarters facing head of the nymph Larissa, the city's eponymous heroine