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Stater 320 BC - 300 BC
Silver | 7.3 g | 19 mm |
Issuer | Neapolis (Campania) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 320 BC - 300 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (2) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 7.3 g |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#386166 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Man-faced bull walking to right, head facing, crowned by Victory flying above to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
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NEOΠOΛITHΣ
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Neapolis (Campania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to 2 drachmas. It was made of silver and weighed around 7.3 grams. The coin featured an image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and an image of a dolphin on the other, which was a symbol of the city of Neapolis. The coin was used for transactions and was also seen as a symbol of wealth and status.