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Stater 335 BC - 330 BC
Silver | 12.24 g | 24 mm |
Issuer | Sikyon (Sikyonia) |
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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 |
Numista | N#173850 |
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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 |
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ND (335 BC - 330 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (335 BC - 330 BC) coin.