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Stater - 128th-132nd Olympiad 268 BC - 252 BC
| Silver | 11.92 g | - |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268 BC - 252 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.92 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with closed wings standing right and a vertical thunderbolt to right
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from the 128th-132nd Olympiad (268 BC - 252 BC) from Olympia (Elis) was used as a form of currency during a time when ancient Greece was experiencing significant cultural, political, and economic changes. The coin's design features the image of Zeus, who was considered the king of the gods in Greek mythology, and its silver content made it a valuable and sought-after form of currency throughout the ancient Greek world.
