© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
⅓ Stater 600 BC - 550 BC
| Electrum | 4.616 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Ephesos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
| Value | ⅓ Stater (20⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 4.616 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#385176 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two square punches.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the earliest known image of the Greek goddess Artemis, who was revered as the protector of the city of Ephesos. The obverse of the coin depicts a stag, which was a symbol associated with Artemis, and the reverse shows a crouching lion, which was also a symbol of the goddess. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, providing insight into the early history of Greek coinage and the cultural significance of Artemis in ancient Ionia.
