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© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 400 BC - 360 BC
| Silver | 9.876 g | - |
| Issuer | Aphrodisias (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 360 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.876 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#360846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Parthenos standing facing; her right hand, which is resting on tree-trunk, holds tainia-bearing Nike; her left rests on shield.
Interesting fact
The Aphrodisias Stater was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Aphrodisias, which was located in the region of Caria (now modern-day Turkey). The coin features an image of the Greek goddess Aphrodite on one side and a winged lion on the other, symbolizing the city's association with the goddess of love and beauty. The coin was minted during the 4th century BC and was used for trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world. Despite its age, many Aphrodisias Staters have been well-preserved and are highly sought after by collectors and historians today.