© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater 400 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 7.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Thourioi (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | As |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull butting right and in exergue, a fish.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΟΥΡΙΩΝ
ΜΟΛΟΣΣΟΣ
Translation:
Thurii
Molossos
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Thourioi (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Thourioi, which was located in the region of Lucania, in southern Italy. The coin features an image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and an image of a bull on the other side. The use of these coins as currency in Thourioi during the 4th century BC reflects the city's strong cultural and economic ties with other Greek cities in the Mediterranean region.
