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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 400 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 10.38 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Phaselis (Lycia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.38 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#400852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stern of galley left; ΦAΣ above; below, dolphin right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦAΣ
Comment
Heipp-Tamer Series 6, unlisted variety.
Interesting fact
The Phaselis Stater was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Phaselis, which was located in present-day Turkey. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other side that reads "ΦΑΣΕΛΙΤΩΝ" (Phaseliton), indicating its origin. The use of lion imagery on the coin may have been a symbol of the city's connection to the nearby Persian Empire, which was known for its use of lions as symbols of power and strength.
