© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Stater 350 BC - 320 BC
| Silver | 8.36 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Leukas (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.36 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410049 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to left, wearing Corinthian helmet with a neck guard; behind, kantharos.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΕΥ
Comment
BCD Akarnania 204 var. (N below kantharos).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a lion's head on one side and an eagle's head on the other, symbolizing the dual nature of the coin's issuing authority, the city-state of Leukas, which was both a land and a sea power.
