© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
1⁄48 Stater 525 BC - 475 BC
| Silver | 0.2 g | 5 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Lesbos city |
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| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 525 BC - 475 BC |
| Value | 1⁄48 Silver Stater (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.2 g |
| Diameter | 5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#388529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse square.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a lyre player on one side, which was a common motif on ancient Greek coins. The lyre was an important symbol of culture and music in ancient Greece, and its depiction on coins like this one reflects the importance of the arts in Greek society.
