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Stater 425 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 9.49 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.49 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mountain goat kneeling to right, head turned back to left; to right, facing head of lion.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΕΛΕ
Comment
Apparently unpublished, cf. BMC 34-35; cf. von Aulock 5640 for same obverse.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Kelenderis (Cilicia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was made of silver and weighed around 9.49 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. The coin features an image of a lion on one side and an inscription on the other, which helped to establish its authenticity and value. The fact that it was widely used and accepted as a form of currency speaks to the advanced economic systems and trade networks that existed in the ancient world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (425 BC - 400 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (425 BC - 400 BC) coin.
