1⁄96 Stater (525 BC - 475 BC) front 1⁄96 Stater (525 BC - 475 BC) back
1⁄96 Stater (525 BC - 475 BC) photo
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1⁄96 Stater 525 BC - 475 BC

 
Silver 0.11 g 4 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Lesbos city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
525 BC - 475 BC
Value
1⁄96 Silver Stater (1⁄32)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.11 g
Diameter
4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#388595
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Incuse square.

Interesting fact

The 1/96 Stater coin from Uncertain Lesbos city, made of silver and weighing 0.11g, is interesting because it is one of the smallest coins ever minted in ancient Greece, demonstrating the advanced minting techniques and precision of the time.