Stater (330 BC - 317 BC) front Stater (330 BC - 317 BC) back
Stater (330 BC - 317 BC) photo
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Stater 330 BC - 317 BC

 
Silver 8.55 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Mesma (Bruttium)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
330 BC - 317 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Corinthian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.55 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#409619
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Athena left, wearing Corinthian helmet with neck guard.

Comment

Gorini, Die, Group III.

Interesting fact

The Mesma Stater coin was minted during the reign of King Pyrrhus of Epirus, who was known for his military campaigns against Rome. The coin's design features the head of Pyrrhus on one side and a horse on the other, which symbolizes his military prowess and the importance of cavalry in ancient warfare.