Stater (330 BC - 320 BC) front Stater (330 BC - 320 BC) back
Stater (330 BC - 320 BC) photo
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Stater 330 BC - 320 BC

 
Silver 11.75 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Phaistos (Crete (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
330 BC - 320 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.75 g
Diameter
22.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#136699
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bull facing left within laurel wreath.

Interesting fact

The Phaistos Stater is considered one of the most aesthetically pleasing ancient Greek coins, with its elegant design featuring a stylized bull's head on one side and a spiral motif on the other. It's a testament to the advanced artistic and technical skills of ancient Greek coin makers.