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Stater 425 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 10.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#184892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Goat kneeling left, its head turned back to right
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 its design features a mythological creature called the Griffin. The Griffin is depicted on the obverse side of the coin, while the reverse side features a Lion's head. This coin was issued during the reign of King Syennesis I, who ruled over the Cilician kingdom from 425 BC to 400 BC. The use of the Griffin and Lion's head on the coin symbolizes the kingdom's connection to both Greek and Persian cultures, as the Griffin was a mythical creature commonly associated with the Greeks, while the Lion's head was a symbol of the Persian Empire. This coin is a unique example of cultural exchange and blending in the ancient world.
