Greek c.3rd-2nd Centuries BC Histiaea Euboea Silver Tetrobol NGC Fine – Series VI

Histiaea’s coinage is renowned for featuring the head of the Nymph Histiaea on the obverse and a depiction of a nymph seated on the stern of a galley on the reverse, symbolizing the city’s maritime prowess.

The city minted primarily in silver but also produced bronze coins, catering to both local and regional economic demands, facilitating trade across the Aegean and beyond.

These coins reflect Histiaea’s cultural identity and autonomy within the Hellenistic world, serving as a testament to the city’s artistic achievement and political status during a period of great dynamism in the Greek world.