Stater (310 BC - 290 BC) front Stater (310 BC - 290 BC) back
Stater (310 BC - 290 BC) photo
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Stater 310 BC - 290 BC

 
Electrum (55-60% gold) 7.8 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Carthage (Zeugitana)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
310 BC - 290 BC
Value
Gold Stater (12)
Currency
Shekel
Composition
Electrum (55-60% gold)
Weight
7.8 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#323670
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse standing right on double exergual line; pellet in lower field before horse's fore-hooves.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Carthage.