


© Nomos AG
Stater 350 BC - 320 BC
Silver | 11.39 g | 24.0 mm |
Issuer | Itanos (Crete (ancient)) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 350 BC - 320 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (3) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 11.39 g |
Diameter | 24.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#236632 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle with folded wings standing left, his head turned back to right; in field to right, triton swimming upwards, raising his right hand and holding a trident with his left; all within a shallow incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: ITANIΩN
Comment
Le Rider, Crète pl. VIII, 15.
Interesting fact
The Itanos Stater coin is considered to be one of the earliest coins to feature a visual representation of a deity. The obverse side of the coin depicts the goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a shield and a spear. This representation of Athena is believed to be one of the earliest known depictions of a deity on a coin, and it reflects the importance of religion and mythology in ancient Greek culture.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (350 BC - 320 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (350 BC - 320 BC) coin.