Dionysos on Maroneian AR Tetradrachm

Late 2nd-mid 1st centuries B.C. AR Tetradrachm, 16.18g, 31mm, 12h. Schonert-Geiss-1150 (V51/R158); SNG Copenhagen-; Dewing-1296 (same as obverse die). Obverse wreathed head of young Dionysos right. Reverse Dionysos standing half left, holding grapes and narthex stalks; monogram to inner left & right. Near EF, toned, minor die wear on reverse.

Ex CNG 88 (14 Sept. 2011) lot 52. Ex CNG e-Auction 286 lot 22.

Maroneia, together with Thasos and other Thracian poleis, was famous for its excellent wine in the ancient world. Therefore, it is no wonder that that the god of wine Dionysos is so prominent on their coins.

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Pscipio

[Aug 04, 2013 at 06:03 AM]

That's an unusually nice style for Maroneia!

David Atherton

[Aug 06, 2013 at 08:31 AM]

Stunning coin!

Anaximander

[Sep 22, 2023 at 08:52 PM]

Really nice portrait and legible legends.

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