Stater (400 BC - 375 BC) front Stater (400 BC - 375 BC) back
Stater (400 BC - 375 BC) photo
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Stater 400 BC - 375 BC

 
Silver 8.63 g -
Description
Issuer
Leukai (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 375 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.63 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185115
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Athena wearing Corinthian helmet to right and to left, bunch of grapes

Script: Greek

Lettering: Σ

Interesting fact

The Leukai Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Ionia, which is now modern-day Turkey. It features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other. The lion's head symbolized the strength and power of the city-state of Leukai.