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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Stater 400 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 8.63 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Leukas (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.63 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena wearing Corinthian helmet to right; to left, bunch of grapes.
Interesting fact
The Leukas Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was made of silver and weighed around 8.63 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of a mythical creature called a gorgon on one side and an inscription on the other. The gorgon was a symbol of protection and was believed to have the power to turn people to stone with a single glance. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the coin itself had the power to protect its owner.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400 BC - 375 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (400 BC - 375 BC) coin.
