⅙ Stater (495 BC - 477 BC) front ⅙ Stater (495 BC - 477 BC) back
⅙ Stater (495 BC - 477 BC) photo
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⅙ Stater 495 BC - 477 BC

 
Silver 2.37 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Argilos (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
495 BC - 477 BC
Value
⅙ Silver Stater (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.37 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185953
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called a griffin, which was a symbol of protection and guardianship in ancient Greek mythology.