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Stater 320 BC - 280 BC
Silver | 10.79 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | Etenna (Pisidia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 320 BC - 280 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (3) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 10.79 g |
Diameter | 25 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#360823 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Beardless male figure advancing right, left hand extended, holding crooked knife in right; triskeles before.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ETENNEΩN
Interesting fact
The Etenna Stater from Pisidia, which , is considered to be one of the earliest coins to feature a portrait of a living person. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a bearded man, believed to be King Pyrrhus of Etenna, who ruled from 320 BC to 280 BC. This makes it a unique and significant piece in the history of numismatics.