© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 385 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 10.71 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Issos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 385 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.71 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#413542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Baal standing left, holding phiale and lotus-tipped staff; ŠTDM (in Aramaic) to left.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Issos (Cilicia) features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded male figure wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side shows a Greek-style owl perched on a branch. This fusion of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, when Greek cities like Issos were under Persian rule.
