⅓ Stater - Kroisos 560 BC - 546 BC
| Silver | 3.42 g | 10.9 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Lydia |
|---|---|
| King | Croesus (𐤨𐤭𐤬𐤥𐤦𐤮𐤠𐤮) (560 BC - 546 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 560 BC - 546 BC |
| Value | ⅓ Silver Stater (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Diameter | 10.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#337020 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Two incuse square punches.
Interesting fact
The Kroisos coin, issued during the reign of King Croesus of Lydia (560-546 BCE), is considered one of the earliest coins in the world and features a unique design. Instead of depicting a monarch or deity, as was common in ancient coinage, the Kroisos coin bears an image of a lion and a bull facing each other, symbolizing the king's power and strength. This coin is not only a significant artifact in the history of numismatics but also represents an important milestone in the development of early currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (560 BC - 546 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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