Stater (340 BC - 280 BC) front Stater (340 BC - 280 BC) back
Stater (340 BC - 280 BC) photo
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Stater 340 BC - 280 BC

 
Silver 10.83 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Apollonia (Illyria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
340 BC - 280 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.83 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#428858
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Double stellate pattern divided by line, all in double linear square border; A-ΠO-Λ and bow around; all within linear circle border.

Script: Greek

Lettering: A ΠO Λ

Comment

Meadows, CH 6; SNG Copenhagen –; Traité IV 280.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the "Illyrian Lion" on one side, which is believed to be a symbol of strength and power for the ancient Illyrian people.