Stater (356 BC - 345 BC) front Stater (356 BC - 345 BC) back
Stater (356 BC - 345 BC) photo
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Stater 356 BC - 345 BC

 
Gold 8.62 g -
Description
Issuer
Philippi (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
356 BC - 345 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.62 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#172004
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tripod with three handles and feet ending in lion’s paws and to right, horse’s head to left

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΩΝ

Interesting fact

The Stater coin from Philippi (Macedon) made of Gold weighing 8.62g is interesting because it features the image of a horse on its obverse side, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Macedonian culture.