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Stater 340 BC
340 BC year| Silver | 8.49 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ambracia (Epeiros) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 340 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.49 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#433741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to left, wearing Corinthian helmet; behind neck guard, facing head of the bearded river god Achelous with bull horns.
Interesting fact
The Ambracia Stater, minted in 340 BC, features a unique design on its reverse side. It depicts a nereid (sea nymph) riding a dolphin, which is a symbol of the city's maritime power and its connection to the sea. This design was quite innovative for its time and sets the coin apart from other ancient Greek coins.
