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 8.53 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Corinth
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 375 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Corinthian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.53 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#410136
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Athena to right, wearing Corinthian helmet; behind neck guard, forepart of a horse to left.

Interesting fact

The Corinthian Stater was one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a mythological creature, specifically the Pegasus, on its obverse side. This iconic image has become a symbol of Corinth and has been featured on many coins throughout history.