Stater (320 BC - 310 BC) front Stater (320 BC - 310 BC) back
Stater (320 BC - 310 BC) photo
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Stater 320 BC - 310 BC

 
Electrum (72% gold) 7.62 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Carthage (Zeugitana)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
320 BC - 310 BC
Value
Gold Stater (12)
Currency
Shekel
Composition
Electrum (72% gold)
Weight
7.62 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#323435
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse standing right, pellet on exergual line, between horse's hind hooves.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Carthage.