Thessaly Thessalian League stater

The staters of the Thessalian Confederation, also known as double victoriati, were issued in the 2nd century BC, probably between 196 and 146 BC, following the defeat of Macedonia by Rome. Struck in silver, these coins held a value equivalent to two Roman denarii.

The obverse features a laureate bust of Zeus, symbolizing sovereignty and panhellenic tradition. The reverse depicts Athena standing, helmeted, holding a spear and a shield — a powerful image evoking military protection and the unity of the confederation. The inscription ΘΕΣΣΑΛΩΝ (“of the Thessalians”) affirms the alliance of the member cities.