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© Trustees of the British Museum
⅕ Stater 435 BC - 375 BC
| Gold | 1.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Kyrene (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 435 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | ⅕ Gold Stater (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#364566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Zeus-Ammon right.
Interesting fact
The ⅕ Stater coin from Kyrene (Kyrenaica) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Kyrene, which was located in present-day Libya. The coin features an image of a silphium plant, which was a highly valued medicinal herb in ancient times. The silphium plant was used to treat a variety of ailments, including indigestion and sore throats, and was also used as a form of birth control. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the wealth and prosperity of Kyrene, which was known for its rich agricultural land and bustling trade industry.
