© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Stater 410 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 10.54 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.54 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#420494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat kneeling right, head left; above, monogram of A in circle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΕΛΕΝ
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Kelenderis (Cilicia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was made of silver and weighed around 10.54 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of a lion on one side and an inscription on the other, which helped to establish its authenticity and value. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.
