


© Trustees of the British Museum
1⁄96 Stater 600 BC - 550 BC
Electrum | 0.14 g | 4 mm |
Issuer | Uncertain Ionian city |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
Value | 1⁄96 Stater |
Currency | Electrum Stater |
Composition | Electrum |
Weight | 0.14 g |
Diameter | 4 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#386130 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Irregular incuse square.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver that was highly valued in ancient times for its rarity and durability.