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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 239 BC - 229 BC
| Gold | 8.51 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Aetolian League (Aitolia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 239 BC - 229 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.51 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aitolos, wearing kausia and sheathed sword, seated right on pile of Gallic shields, holding spear upright in right hand, left hand holding small Nike standing right, holding wreath. Monogram to right, ANA in exergue
Script: Greek
Lettering: AITΩΛΩN
Interesting fact
The Aetolian League Stater is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One of the most interesting aspects of this coin is its weight, which is unusually heavy for a gold stater, weighing in at 8.51 grams. This suggests that the coin may have been used for large transactions or as a store of value, rather than for everyday transactions. Additionally, the coin features an image of a mythical creature, possibly a Griffin, on one side, and an inscription on the other, which adds to its historical and cultural significance.
