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© Nomos AG
Stater 400 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 8.40 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Leukas (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.40 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to right wearing plain Corinthian helmet; behind her neck, kantharos.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛEY
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 8.40 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was used widely and was considered a standard unit of exchange shows that the ancient Greeks had a well-developed monetary system, with coins that were widely accepted and trusted. This coin is a great example of the advanced economic systems that existed in ancient civilizations.
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.
