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© Nomos AG
Stater 370 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 12.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Sikyon (Sikyonia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 370 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dove flying right with open wings; above tail, ΠΑ. All within olive wreath with ties to left
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΑ
Interesting fact
The Sikyon Stater was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a deity. The obverse side of the coin features a depiction of the goddess Hera, making it one of the earliest examples of a coin with a religious image. This was a significant departure from earlier coins, which typically featured abstract designs or symbols. The inclusion of a deity on the coin highlights the importance of religion in ancient Greek culture and the growing influence of coinage in the region.
