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Stater 410 BC - 375 BC
Silver | 10.72 g | 21 mm |
Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 410 BC - 375 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (3) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 10.72 g |
Diameter | 21 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#420483 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat kneeling to right, its head turned back to left; in exergue, T.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΕΛΕΝ
T
Comment
SNG France 71 var. (TA on the exergue).
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Kelenderis (Cilicia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world, and its design was influenced by the Greek goddess Athena. The obverse side of the coin features an image of Athena's head, while the reverse side depicts an owl, which was a symbol associated with Athena and represented wisdom and knowledge. The use of Athena's image on the coin highlights the cultural and economic ties between the city of Kelenderis and the wider Greek world during this time period.