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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 250 BC - 245 BC
| Gold | 8.51 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Aetolian League (Aitolia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250 BC - 245 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#153782 |
|---|---|
| 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
Comment
Tsangari 573.
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 coin of its size, weighing in at 8.51 grams. This suggests that the coin may have been intended for use in trade or commerce, rather than as a symbol of wealth or power. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique combination of elements, including a laureate head of Apollo on one side and a flying eagle on the other, which sets it apart from other coins of the time.
