Stater (335 BC - 330 BC) front Stater (335 BC - 330 BC) back
Stater (335 BC - 330 BC) photo
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Stater 335 BC - 330 BC

 
Silver 12.24 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Sikyon (Sikyonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
335 BC - 330 BC
Value
1 Stater = 3 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
12.24 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#173850
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dove flying to left with wings open above and below; below dove’s neck, Ι. All within olive wreath tied on the right and with branch ends meeting on the left

Comment

Traité 775 and pl. CCXX, 12; Wartenberg, NC 1997, 80; Warren, Pour Denise, 10.

Interesting fact

The Sikyon Stater was minted during the reign of Philip II of Macedon, who is known for his military conquests and the expansion of the Macedonian Empire. This coin was likely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, and its design features the image of a mythical creature called a griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (335 BC - 330 BC)  - - - - - -

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