{"product_id":"ancient-greek-silver-tetradrachm-of-myrina-c-mid-2nd-century-bc-apollo-in-wreath-type-authenticated-ancient-coin","title":"Ancient Greek Silver Tetradrachm of Myrina (c. Mid-2nd Century BC, Apollo in Wreath Type), Authenticated Ancient Coin","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"a63my5\" data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eOwn a Silver Tetradrachm from Ancient Myrina\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eA real silver tetradrachm struck in the ancient city of Myrina — featuring the god Apollo in one of the most elegant designs of the Hellenistic world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"349\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choice Extremely Fine (Ch XF)\u003cbr data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eNGC Strike:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/5\u003cbr data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eNGC Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e✓ Guaranteed Authentic\u003cbr data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e✓ Carefully Verified\u003cbr data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"474\"\u003e✓ 30-Day Returns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e🏛 Struck over 2,100 years ago in ancient Aeolis\u003cbr data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e☀ Features Apollo, one of the most important gods of the Greek world\u003cbr data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"614\"\u003e🎨 Exceptional strike quality with beautifully preserved detail\u003cbr data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e🤲 A genuine piece of Hellenistic history you can hold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1dwhvtw\" data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eOwn This Piece of History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bwi71h\" data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eWhy This Coin Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eThis silver tetradrachm was struck at Myrina, an important Greek city on the coast of Aeolis in western Asia Minor. During the Hellenistic Age, Myrina flourished as part of a vibrant network of cities connected by trade, culture, and the shared legacy of Alexander's empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eThe obverse features a striking portrait of Apollo, the Greek god of music, prophecy, healing, and light. Apollo was one of the most widely revered deities in the ancient world, and his image appeared on some of the finest coinage produced by Greek cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eThe reverse depicts Apollo standing within a laurel wreath, a symbol closely associated with the god. According to Greek mythology, the laurel became sacred to Apollo and was used to crown victors, poets, and heroes throughout the Greek world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eThese tetradrachms were struck during a period when Greek culture remained dominant across much of the eastern Mediterranean. Although the age of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAlexander the Great\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e had passed, the cities and kingdoms shaped by his conquests continued to produce remarkable works of art, architecture, and coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eCollectors have long admired the silver tetradrachms of Myrina for their refined style and impressive craftsmanship. The portrait of Apollo reflects the artistic standards that made Hellenistic coinage some of the most beautiful ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eToday, these coins remain highly sought after by collectors who appreciate both the artistry and history of the ancient Greek world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9n3n4e\" data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fhrv3r\" data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eAncient Greek coin collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"psoap1\" data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003eHellenistic history enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jckk6g\" data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eCollectors of Apollo coinage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16vw51r\" data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eLovers of classical art and mythology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uict9a\" data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eAnyone seeking a premium ancient silver coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"g8g4oz\" data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bsjoxz\" data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003eThe exact silver tetradrachm shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kfnptv\" data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eStruck at Myrina in Aeolis during the mid-2nd century BC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ukehj3\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003eFeatures Apollo on both obverse and reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gyutxn\" data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003eAncient Greek silver tetradrachm denomination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p90tiq\" data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2708\"\u003eOver 2,100 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s8mbl1\" data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003eProfessionally authenticated and graded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13cesj2\" data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eBuy with Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2900\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wvrlmi\" data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003eGuaranteed authentic ancient coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uhk1r7\" data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eCarefully sourced and verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17308vk\" data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2868\"\u003e30-day return policy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1idiyh0\" data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2900\"\u003eSecure shipping from the U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"56vcv0\" data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003eNew to Ancient Coins?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"3192\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMyrina's silver tetradrachms showcase the beauty and sophistication of Hellenistic coinage at its finest. With its impressive portrait of Apollo and strong preservation, this coin offers a tangible connection to one of the most artistic eras of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kinzer Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51306738024754,"sku":null,"price":2250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/6202\/7570\/files\/ancient-greek-silver-tetradrachm-of-myrina-c-mid-2nd-century-bc-apollo-in-wreath-type-authenticated-ancient-coin-7956607.jpg?v=1781324287","url":"https:\/\/kinzercoins.com\/products\/ancient-greek-silver-tetradrachm-of-myrina-c-mid-2nd-century-bc-apollo-in-wreath-type-authenticated-ancient-coin","provider":"Kinzer Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}