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© Nomos AG
Stater 350 BC - 320 BC
| Silver | 8.57 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Leukas (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.57 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena wearing Corinthian helmet to right; behind head, pecking cock and Λ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Λ
Interesting fact
The Leukas Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was made of silver and weighed around 8.57 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other, which helped to establish its authenticity and value. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.
