© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 387 BC - 300 BC
| Gold | 5.689 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Klazomenai (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 387 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.689 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#360179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Swan standing right, wings spread; beneath, forepart of winged boar right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KΛAꞮO AΘHN AΓOPΛΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Persian coinage, while the reverse side features a Greek goddess, possibly Artemis or Aphrodite, with a distinctive Persian-style crown. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex political and cultural dynamics of the ancient world, where different civilizations often interacted and exchanged ideas through trade and diplomacy.
