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½ Stater - Lysimachos Kolchis imitation 100 BC - 1 BC
| Gold | 3.46 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bastarnae Celto-Scythians (Central and Eastern Europe (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | ½ Stater = 10 Drachm |
| Currency | Stater |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#199981 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stylized Athena Nikephoros seated left; transverse spear in background, N to inner left, trident left in exergue; legend at sides degraded to hash marks.
Comment
Imitating Byzantion mint issue of Lysimachos of Thrace.Arslan, Statere, Group I, unlisted variety; K. Golenko, "Kolchis" in Chiron 2 (1972), pp. 570–2; cf. Sergeev 593–4; cf. Marinescu pl. 67, 10;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of a coin from the ancient kingdom of Kolchis, which was located in what is now modern-day Georgia. The Bastarnae Celto-Scythians, who created this coin, were a nomadic people who lived in Central and Eastern Europe and were known for their skill in metalworking and trade. Despite being an imitation, this coin still holds significant historical value as it showcases the cultural exchange and trade networks that existed between ancient civilizations.
