Stater (302 BC - 286 BC) front Stater (302 BC - 286 BC) back
Stater (302 BC - 286 BC) photo
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Stater 302 BC - 286 BC

 
Silver 11.31 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Pherai (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
302 BC - 286 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.31 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#143029
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ennodia, draped and holding a torch in both hands, seated facing in front with her head facing right and on a horse galloping towards the right. In the upper left field an inscription within a wreath and in exergue another inscription

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΣΤ
ΟΜΕ
ΔΟΝ

ΦΕΡΑΙΟΥΝ

Comment

Traité IV, 606, pl. CCXCIV, 8.

Interesting fact

The Pherai Stater was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during the reign of Alexander the Great. Its standardized weight and purity made it a reliable and trustworthy currency for international trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (302 BC - 286 BC)  - - - - - -

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