© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
⅛ Stater Athena Alkidemos Type 200 BC - 101 BC
| Gold | 1.00 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | Boii |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 101 BC |
| Value | ⅛ Stater (2.5) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.00 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena Alkis striding to left, with shield and spear; degraded legend to right, Λ to left, N below to left.
Lettering:
Λ
N
Comment
Paulsen pl. 7, 125.Recorded Sales:
• Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 Sep 2019, lot 16. Sold for 320 GBP in EF grade.
• Auktionshaus H. D. Rauch GmbH, Auction 48, 6 April 1992, lot 26.
Interesting fact
The Athena Alkidemos Type ⅛ Stater coin from Boii was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in ancient Greece. The coin features an image of Athena, the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, on one side, and an image of a boar on the other. The boar was a symbol of strength and bravery in ancient Greek culture, and it's interesting to note that the coin's design reflects the cultural values and beliefs of the time.
