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Stater 425 BC

425 BC year
Silver 11.19 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Lapethos (Cyprus (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
425 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.19 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#361773
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of bearded Herakles right, clad in lion's skin; all within incuse square.

Comment

Tziambazis –; Traité –; BMC –; Celenderis 8a.

Interesting fact

The Lapethos Stater is considered one of the most iconic coins of ancient Cyprus, and its design has been widely studied and admired. The obverse of the coin features a magnificent representation of the Cypriot goddess Aphrodite, while the reverse depicts a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Cyprus. The coin's design is not only aesthetically pleasing but also historically significant, as it reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the ancient Cypriots.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
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