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© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 350 BC - 320 BC
| Gold | 9.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Carthage (Zeugitana) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (12) |
| Currency | Shekel |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 9.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#322992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse standing right; three pellets in triangular arrangement at horse's feet; in exergue, eye on the left and goat's head on the right.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Stater from Carthage (Zeugitana) made of Gold weighing 9.4 g is that it features the image of a horse and a driver on the obverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Carthaginian coinage. The horse was an important symbol of power and wealth in Carthage, and the driver represented the city's strong maritime tradition and trade connections. The coin's design reflects the city's rich cultural heritage and its position as a major economic power in the ancient Mediterranean world.
