Euboea, Histiaia, AR Tetrobol, circa 171-168 BC

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Description

Greek, Euboea, Histiaia, AR Tetrobol (silver, 1.6g, 12mm), circa 171-168 BC
Obv: Wreathed head of the Nymph Histiaia right
Rev: / [IΣTI]AIEΩN, Nymph seated right on stern of galley; wing on prow
Ref: HGC 4, 1525 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF (exellent silver)
Note: This tetrobol reflects the city’s maritime identity and local cultic devotion. The wreathed head of the Nymph Histiaia emphasizes divine protection, while the reverse shows the nymph seated on a galley with winged prow, highlighting the city’s naval activity and connection to the sea during the Hellenistic period.