½ Stater (290 BC - 280 BC) front ½ Stater (290 BC - 280 BC) back
½ Stater (290 BC - 280 BC) photo
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½ Stater 290 BC - 280 BC

 
Electrum (43-47% gold) 3.63 g -
Description
Issuer
Carthage (Zeugitana)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
290 BC - 280 BC
Value
½ Gold Stater (6)
Currency
Shekel
Composition
Electrum (43-47% gold)
Weight
3.63 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#324327
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse standing right, left foreleg drawn slightly back; in background, palm-tree.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Carthage.