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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1⁄16 Stater - Kroisos 560 BC - 546 BC
| Silver | 0.56 g | 7 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Lydia |
|---|---|
| King | Croesus (𐤨𐤭𐤬𐤥𐤦𐤮𐤠𐤮) (560 BC - 546 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 560 BC - 546 BC |
| Value | 1⁄16 Silver Stater (3⁄16) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.56 g |
| Diameter | 7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#358322 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Incuse square.
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. It has a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other, which reads "King Kroesus" in ancient Lydian script. This coin was used as a medium of exchange and played a significant role in facilitating trade and commerce in the ancient world.