© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 348 BC - 338 BC
| Silver | 10.61 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Arados (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 348 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.61 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413874 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley right; MAN (in Phoenician) above, waves below; all in dotted square within incuse square.
Script: Phoenician
Comment
Rouvier 5.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of the Phoenician city of Arados, where the coin was minted. The dolphin was an important symbol in Phoenician culture, representing the city's maritime trade and connections to the sea.
