Stater (250 BC - 225 BC) front Stater (250 BC - 225 BC) back
Stater (250 BC - 225 BC) photo
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Stater 250 BC - 225 BC

 
Silver 10.39 g 26.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Aetolian League (Aitolia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250 BC - 225 BC
Value
1 Stater = 3 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.39 g
Diameter
26.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#190154
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Aitolos, nude but for his hat hanging down his back, his sword held under his left arm and his chlamys over his right leg, standing left, holding his spear in his right hand and with his right foot propped on a boulder. To left, ΛΕ

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΙΤΩΛΩΝ
ΛΕ

Interesting fact

The Aetolian League Stater coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 3rd century BC. It features an image of a boar on the obverse side, which was a symbol of strength and bravery in ancient Greek culture. The boar was also associated with the goddess Artemis, who was revered as a protector of the wild and the hunt. The coin's design was likely meant to convey the Aetolian League's values of strength, courage, and devotion to the gods.