⅓ Stater ("Muscheln" type) front ⅓ Stater ("Muscheln" type) back
⅓ Stater ("Muscheln" type) photo
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.

⅓ Stater "Muscheln" type

 
Gold 2.19 g 11.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Boii of Western Slovakia
Type
Standard circulation coin
Value
⅓ Stater (20⁄3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
2.19 g
Diameter
11.9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#189098
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Two opposite ovals, two grains below. Open zig-zag around.

Comment

Paulsen 1933, č. 478–481; Skupina AA-VII:18

Interesting fact

The Boii of Western Slovakia's ⅓ Stater ("Muscheln" type) gold coin features a unique shell-like design on its reverse side, which is said to represent the region's rich history of mollusk farming and symbolize prosperity and abundance.