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Stater 420 BC - 410 BC
| Silver | 10.54 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 420 BC - 410 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.54 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Archer, in Persian dress, standing right, holding spear and bow. Palm tree behind, legend before
Interesting fact
The Tarsos Stater was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a living person, which was a revolutionary design at the time. The coin features a portrait of the Persian satrap (governor) of Cilicia, Datames, who ruled the region from 420 BC to 410 BC. This was a departure from the traditional practice of featuring gods or goddesses on coins, and marked a shift towards more secular designs.
