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© Nomos AG
Stater 340 BC - 330 BC
| Silver | 7.93 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 340 BC - 330 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (540-200BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.93 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Seven-grained barley ear with leaf to right. On leaf, bird with open wings to right and below leaf, ΑΜΙ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΜΕΤΑ
ΑΜΙ
Interesting fact
The Metapontion Stater coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, with only a few examples known to exist in the world. One of the most interesting aspects of this coin is its unique design, which features a portrait of a young man on one side and a mythological creature called a "satyr" on the other. The satyr is depicted playing a flute, which is a common motif in ancient Greek art and symbolizes the connection between music and the natural world. This coin is not only a valuable piece of history, but it also provides a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and cultural practices of ancient Greece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (340 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 (340 BC - 330 BC) coin.
