© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 350 BC - 200 BC
| Silver | 11.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Knossos (Crete (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 200 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#160037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Labyrinth with the letters PIB below
Comment
Pozzi 1969; Le Rider pl. vii, 10; BMC Crete pg. 19, 11.
Interesting fact
The Standard circulation coin Stater from Knossos (Crete) made of Silver weighing 11.22g was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Knossos on the island of Crete. It was minted during the Hellenistic period, which was a time of great cultural and economic change in the region. The coin features an image of a bull on one side and a labyrinth on the other, which symbolizes the mythological story of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact today, and it provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Greece.
