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Stater 320 BC - 270 BC
| Silver | 11.00 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Lyttos (Crete (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 270 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.00 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of a boar to left; all within dotted square within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΛYTTI
ON
Comment
Le Rider pl. VII, 17.
Interesting fact
The Lyttos Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Crete during the Hellenistic period, and its design features a unique blend of Greek and Cretan elements. On one side, the coin features a portrait of a Cretan goddess, while the other side depicts a mythical creature known as a "Kritios Boy," which is a youthful male figure with a lion's head and wings. This coin is not only a beautiful example of ancient art, but it also highlights the cultural exchange and blending that occurred between Greece and Crete during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (320 BC - 270 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (320 BC - 270 BC) coin.
