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Stater 420 BC - 410 BC
| Silver | 7.81 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Poseidonia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 420 BC - 410 BC |
| Value | Stater (2) |
| Currency | Phocaean/Campanian Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.81 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bull standing left, retrograde ΠΟΜΕΣΔΑΝ above and all within circular incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΟΜΕΣΔΑΝ
Interesting fact
The Poseidonia Stater, which , is a rare and valuable ancient Greek coin. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features the image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of the city of Poseidonia, and also the name of the city in ancient Greek (Ποσειδωνία) means "of Poseidon", referring to the Greek god of the sea. This highlights the strong maritime culture and dependence on the sea that the city had during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420 BC - 410 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (420 BC - 410 BC) coin.
