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© Trustees of the British Museum
⅛ Stater 600 BC - 550 BC
| Electrum | 1.717 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Ionian city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
| Value | ⅛ Stater |
| Currency | Electrum Stater |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.717 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385965 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Square punch.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of two different metals, electrum, which is a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. This blend gives the coin a distinctive appearance and makes it stand out from other coins of its time.
