Three Hypotheses on the Production of Seleucid Weights in the Southern Levant

Digital Access to Libraries (Université catholique de Louvain (UCL), l'Université de Namur (UNamur) and the Université Saint-Louis (USL-B)) 2026 Book chapter

Authors: Matthieu Delmeulle
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Abstract

As demonstrated by the successive works of G. Finkielsztejn and C. Doyen, Antiochos IV introduced a mina of 128 Attic drachmas, or 556.8 grams, in the Southern Levant. Given that a new metrological system was adopted in the region throughout most of the second century, it is possible, to some extent, to speak of standardisation. However, the material aspect of this standardisation has yet to be thoroughly examined. Thus, the present study aims to analyse Seleucid weights from the southern Levant as manufactured objects, intentionally setting aside the issue of metrology.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and History Ancient Near East History Classical Antiquity Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Digital Access to Libraries (Université catholique de Louvain (UCL), l'Université de Namur (UNamur) and the Université Saint-Louis (USL-B))
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter