Wolfgang Fischer-Bossert

Dr. Wolfgang Fischer-Bossert is a leading numismatic researcher affiliated with the Numismatics Department at an unspecified institution. His work focuses on ancient coinage, particularly in the Mediterranean region, with a specialization in electrum production, Sicilian coinage, and die-sharing practices in Greek mints.

• Primary fields: Ancient History, Numismatics, Classical Archaeology
• Key subfields: Electrum Coinage, Coin Iconography, Die Analysis, Trade Networks, Political Economy, Metallurgical Techniques

His research spans from early electrum coinage (7th century BC) to Hellenistic monetary systems, with notable publications on Syracusan tetradrachms, Athenian decadrachms, and the economic implications of coin hoards and die-sharing. While no explicit awards are listed, his editorial contributions (e.g., Cista Mystica) highlight his academic leadership. He has collaborated on projects analyzing Sicilian coins and Ptolemaic gold coinage, with a focus on cultural exchange and technological evolution.