Stater (400 BC - 384 BC) front Stater (400 BC - 384 BC) back
Stater (400 BC - 384 BC) photo
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Stater 400 BC - 384 BC

 
Silver 10.51 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Nagidos (Cilicia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 384 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.51 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#149583
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Aphrodite facing right, hair bound in sphendone.

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

The Nagidos Stater was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Nagidos, which was located in the region of Cilicia (now modern-day Turkey). The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other side that reads "ΝΑΓΙΔΟΣ" (Nagidos) in ancient Greek. The use of lion imagery on coins was a common practice in ancient times, as lions were seen as symbols of power and strength.