© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
1⁄24 Stater 500 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 0.5 g | 6 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Lesbos city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | 1⁄24 Silver Stater (⅛) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Incuse square.
Comment
The reverse incuse punch has been observed to be one solid square, bipartate, quadripartate, or even six-part incuse.Example with six-part:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a lion's head on one side, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. The lion's head symbolized strength, courage, and power, which were all valued traits in ancient Greek culture.
