© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 348 BC - 338 BC
| Silver | 10.64 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Arados (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 348 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.64 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#430769 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley right above waves; Aramaic MA N and ||| || (date).
Script: Aramaic
Comment
Dated RY 5 of an uncertain king N–.
Cf. Betlyon 29; Rouvier –; cf. HGC 10, 36.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of the Phoenician goddess Astarte, who was revered as a protector of the city of Arados.
