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¼ Stater 350 BC - 320 BC
| Gold | 2.43 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Carthage (Zeugitana) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | ¼ Gold Stater (3) |
| Currency | Shekel |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.43 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#188342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Date palm with two clusters of fruit
Interesting fact
The ¼ Stater coin from Carthage (Zeugitana) made of Gold weighing 2.43g was used as a form of currency during the Hellenistic period, and its design was influenced by the Greek coinage of the time. The obverse side of the coin features the head of the goddess Tanit, who was worshipped in Carthage, while the reverse side shows a horse and a palm tree, which were symbols of the city's wealth and prosperity. The coin's gold content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after currency in the ancient world.
