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Stater 320 BC - 280 BC
| Silver | 8.58 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Thyrrheion (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 280 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.58 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#434887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena left; Θ-Y flanking neck, Boeotian shield behind.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Θ Y
Comment
Pegasi II pg. 517, 21.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Thyrrheion (Akarnania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Akarnania, and was minted during the 320 BC - 280 BC period. It's made of silver and weighs 8.58 grams, which is relatively heavy for a coin of its size. This coin features an image of a mythical creature called a gorgon on one side and an inscription on the other side that reads "Thyrrheion" in ancient Greek. The Gorgon image was used as a symbol of protection and was believed to have the power to ward off evil.
