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© Trustees of the British Museum
1⁄12 Stater 400 BC - 375 BC
| Gold | 1.86 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Teos (Ionia) |
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| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | 1⁄12 Stater (5⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#357147 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shallow circular incuse quartered by two raised lines.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a lion's head on one side, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, particularly in the Ionian region where Teos was located. The lion's head symbolized strength, courage, and royalty, and was often associated with the goddess Artemis, who was revered in Teos. The use of gold for this coin also signifies its high value and importance, as gold was a rare and valuable metal in ancient times.
