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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 400 BC
400 BC year| Electrum | 16.0 g | - |
| Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Period | City administration (600 BC - 1 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 400 BC |
| Value | Electrum Stater (1) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater (600-330BC) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 16.0 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#132201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Kyzikos Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and its design has been linked to the mythology of the area. One theory is that the coin's design depicts the hero Hercules wrestling with the Nemean Lion, which was said to be a symbol of the city of Kyzikos. This mythological connection adds an extra layer of historical and cultural significance to the coin, making it a truly fascinating artifact from the ancient world.
