½ Stater (530 BC) front ½ Stater (530 BC) back
½ Stater (530 BC) photo
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½ Stater 530 BC

530 BC year
Silver 5.79 g -
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
530 BC
Value
½ Stater = 3⁄2 Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.79 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#150041
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two irregularly divided incuse squares, one considerably larger than the other

Comment

Probably from a mint in Caria or Lycia

Interesting fact

The ½ Stater coin from an Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient)) made of Silver weighing 5.79g is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed to have been minted during the 6th century BC, a time when ancient Greece was experiencing significant cultural, political, and economic changes. The coin's design features an incuse punch on the obverse (front side) and a quadripartite incuse square on the reverse (back side), which were common designs during this time period. Despite its age, this coin remains in relatively good condition, making it a prized possession for collectors of ancient Greek coins.