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Stater 320 BC - 280 BC
| Silver | 8.45 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Leukas (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 280 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.45 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410166 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to right, wearing Corinthian helmet; behind neck guard, grape vine, amphora and A.
Script: Greek
Lettering: A
Interesting fact
The Leukas Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was made of silver and weighed around 8.45 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. The coin features an image of a nymph on one side and a lion on the other, symbolizing the connection between the natural world and the wealth of the city-state. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (320 BC - 280 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 - 280 BC) coin.
