1⁄24 Stater (450 BC - 400 BC) front 1⁄24 Stater (450 BC - 400 BC) back
1⁄24 Stater (450 BC - 400 BC) photo
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1⁄24 Stater 450 BC - 400 BC

 
Gold 0.96 g 8.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Teos (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 400 BC
Value
1⁄24 Stater (⅚)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.96 g
Diameter
8.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#356651
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shallow circular incuse quartered by two raised lines, on which the legend appears in very small letters.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΤΗ Ι
AΝOC

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 its inclusion on the coin may have been meant to convey the power and prestige of the city-state of Teos.