Stater (400 BC - 345 BC) front Stater (400 BC - 345 BC) back
Stater (400 BC - 345 BC) photo
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Stater 400 BC - 345 BC

 
Silver 8.56 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Corinth
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 345 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Corinthian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.56 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#409490
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Athena left, wearing Corinthian helmet with neck guard; to right, open left hand.

Comment

Bement 1178.

Interesting fact

The Corinthian Stater was widely used in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was used to pay soldiers, settle debts, and facilitate trade. Its design featured a pegasus on one side and a helmeted head of Athena on the other, symbolizing the city's patron deity and its connection to the Greek city-state of Corinth.