Stater (400 BC) front Stater (400 BC) back
Stater (400 BC) photo
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Stater 400 BC

400 BC year
Silver 8.39 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Termessos (Lycia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
400 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.39 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#192851
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of bearded Herakles to right, wearing lion skin headdress

Interesting fact

The Stater coin from Termessos (Lycia) features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side depicts a lion's head, which is a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, while the reverse side shows an inscription in the Lycian language, which is a testament to the diverse cultural influences present in the region during that time.