© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Stater 375 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 8.59 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Corinth |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.59 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to left, wearing Corinthian helmet; behind, stork with closed wings standing right.
Interesting fact
The Corinthian Stater was widely used in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of currency. It was used to pay soldiers, settle debts, and facilitate trade. Its design featured a Pegasus on one side and a helmeted head of Athena on the other, symbolizing the city's patron deity and its connection to the mythical winged horse. The coin's use spread beyond Corinth, and it became a widely recognized and trusted form of currency throughout the ancient Greek world.
