AAH Maroneia, AR 4 drachm GREAT COIN.
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AAH Maroneia, AR 4 drachm GREAT COIN.
Ancient Auction House presents a GENUINE ANCIENT COIN OF *AAH* Maroneia, AR 4 drachm GREAT COIN. *AAH* Maroneia, AR 4 drachm GREAT COIN. Maroneia, Greek city on Aegean see. After 148 B.C. Silver tetradrachm, Obv: Head of young Dionysos right, wreathed with ivy and with band across forehead. Rev.: Dionysos, naked, standing left, holding grapes and two narthex wands Legend in Greek on left, right and beneath. Two monograms. Ref.: D. Sear Greek coins and their values, Vol. 1, p.163, 1635, VF US $ 320.00 In the first half of the 7th century BC Greek colonists from Chios founded the city of Maronia on the southwest slope of Ismaros, close to the contemporary "St. Charalambus" location. According to ancient lore, its founder was Maron, priest of Apollo in the sacred grove of Ismara. In the 5th century BC, Maroneia was a fully organized and self-governed city-state. Its harbor was a commercial and transit center for the products of the area, mainly wheat, wine and oil. Its coins dated back to the end of the 6th century BC point to the development not only of economy, but also of civilization. During Xerxes' expedition against Greece, Maroneia yielded to the Persians (513 BC), but was soon liberated by the Greeks. In 478 BC it became a member of the Athenian Alliance. In 413 BC it paid tribute in the form of taxes to the kingdom of Odryssos and became an independent state. During the 4th century BC it was a democracy and in 350 BC it yields to the Macedonians, and circulation of its own golden and silver coins ceases. During the period of Alexander’s the Great successors, the Ptolemy’s of Egypt, Philip V King of Macedonia and Antiochus VII King of Syria rule the city. In 189 BC the Romans liberate Maroneia from the Antiochian garrison. The economy of Maroneia that has suffered greatly from the constant changes and wars recovers with the circulation of "tetra drachmas" (four-drachmas) in 116 BC, which will become together with those of Thasos the dominant currency in the Balkans. Thus, Maroneia will win the battle for commercial and financial dominance in the Balkans over the cities of Abdera and Ainos. During the Roman dominion of Greece (2nd century BC) the city resigns itself to the "Pax Romana" and the worship of the Egyptian Gods as well as the goddess Rome is added to the worship of the Greek Pantheon. In the Byzantine age, following the death of Theodosius the Great (395 AD) the city belonged to the Thracian administration, it was a diocese and after 451 AD it was proclaimed an autocephalous archdiocese. The city's prosperity continued throughout the last Byzantine times. /15.3 g. Ancient Auction House YOUR source to BUY and SELL COINS Why buy and sell coins with Ancient Auction House: 1) Real Time Market value prices. 2) Over 100,000 transactions just on eBay with over 50,000 POSITIVE FEEDBACKS. 3) One to seven ratio of repeat customers!!! 4) Most detailed descriptions of items on the market. 5) Third party authentication certifications. All coins sold by us can be sent for authentication and certification by a third party. Here are some well known and respected names in the business we recommend: David R. Sear One of the most respected authorities in the field of ancient coins. Author of over 10 catalogs and books related to ancient coins which can be seen at: David R. Sear book Index or A.C.C.S which will be issued by David R Sear. The cost for this service is $40.00 for basic certification or $50.00 for detailed certification. Any coin purchased for over $350, AAH will cover half of the certification cost. Shipping fees for this service is an additional $15.00 to and from A.C.C.S to the customer. Follow this link for detailed information: Independent Coin Grading (ICG) A Company Formed By The Industry's Top Graders Independent Coin Grading Extremely professional and speedy services of coin certifications and authentications. Follow this link for detailed information: Rasiel Suarez Avid numismatist and author of Encyclopedia of Roman Imperial Coins ( ERIC) Follow this link for detailed information: Due to numerous reports from customers regarding solicitation and second chance offers from members of eBay or individuals claiming to be affiliated with our company we would like to warn all who intend to participate in our auctions of the most common attempts of fraud: 1) At the close of an auction there are individuals who claim to represent Ancient Auction House and present to the second or third high bidder a second chance offer on coins which have already been sold, please be aware of such offers because they are not legitimate and report them to us at home@ancientauctionhouse.com or to eBay fraud prevention department. 2) If, during or after the bidding process you are contacted by anyone who discusses the authenticity of a coin or our credentials, please email us at home@ancientauctionhouse.com so we can investigate. | ||||||||||||
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