© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 331 BC - 322 BC
| Gold | 8.592 g | - |
| Issuer | Kyrene (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 331 BC - 322 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.592 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#365123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus-Ammon standing facing, head right, holding scepter; behind, ram standing right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΥΡΑΝΑΙOΝ
Interesting fact
The Kyrenean Stater was the first gold coin to be widely used in the Mediterranean world, and it became a standard unit of currency for trade and commerce in the region. Its design featured the head of the nymph Kyrene, after whom the city of Kyrene was named, and it was known for its high gold content and durability. The coin's popularity and widespread use helped to establish Kyrene as a major economic power in the ancient world.
