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Fistelia

Coinage of samnite Allifae and Fistelia in the 4th century BC

The article examines the silver coinage of Allifae and Fistelia in the 4th century BC, issued in two series: early didrachms and late obols with fractional denominations. A comparative-typological analysis with issues from nearby Campanian cities is conducted to determine whether a mint existed in either settlement. It is concluded that the early didrachms of the early 4th century BC were minted in Neapolis for the recruitment of mercenaries from Allifae and Fistelia.