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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 295 BC
295 BC year| Gold | 8.60 g | 17.0 mm |
| Issuer | Athens (Attica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 295 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.60 g |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#145607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing. Olive sprig and crescent to left, AΘE and Eleusis-ring to right
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Athens Stater was widely used as a trade coin throughout the ancient Greek world and was considered a symbol of the wealth and power of Athens. It was also used as a standard unit of account, with other coins being valued in relation to it.
