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1⁄12 Stater 550 BC - 480 BC
Billon | 0.95 g | 9 mm |
Issuer | Uncertain Lesbos city |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 550 BC - 480 BC |
Value | 1⁄12 Silver Stater (¼) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Billon |
Weight | 0.95 g |
Diameter | 9 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#370308 |
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Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other, which suggests that the coin may have been used as a form of currency for trading goods and services.