© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater 410 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 10.57 g | - |
| Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.57 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat kneeling right, its head turned back left; all within shallow round incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΕΛE –N
Comment
Casabonne type IV; Kraay, Celenderis, –; SNG Levante 26 var. (different arrangement legend); SNG France 69 var. (different arrangement legend).
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Kelenderis (Cilicia) was minted during the reign of King Artaxerxes III, who ruled the Achaemenid Empire from 359 to 338 BC. The coin features an image of the king on one side and an inscription in ancient Persian on the other. The inscription includes the king's name and title, as well as a mention of the god Ahura Mazda, who was revered by the Persians. This coin is significant not only for its historical value but also for its cultural and religious significance, providing a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the ancient Persian Empire.
