1⁄24 Stater 625 BC - 550 BC
| Electrum | 0.63 g | 7 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Ionian city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 625 BC - 550 BC |
| Value | Myshemihekte (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 0.63 g |
| Diameter | 7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#146662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Incuse square punch
Comment
Catalog references:Joseph Linzalone, "Electrum and the Invention of Coinage", 2011 -- catalog number LN1144
Ernest Bebelon, "Traité des Monnaies Grecques et Romaines", Part 2, Volume 1, 1907 -- catalog number I-237
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of two different metals, electrum, which is a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. This blend gives the coin a distinctive appearance and makes it stand out from other coins of its time.
