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© Nomos AG
Stater 410 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 10.61 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.61 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#420546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat kneeling right, head left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΕΛΕΝ
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the Kelenderis Stater features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a lion attacking a stag. This symbolism represents the struggle between the Persian Empire, which controlled the region at the time, and the local Greek city-states. The lion represents the Persians, while the stag represents the Greeks. This coin is a rare and valuable example of the cultural and political tensions of the ancient world.
