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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 425 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 12.06 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.06 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#397196 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora; to left, bow right; Θ-E across lower field; all within square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Θ-E
Comment
Traité III 248; Myron Hoard pl. B, 32.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Thebes (Boeotia) was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in ancient Greece, known as the Golden Age of Athens. This period saw the rise of democracy, philosophy, theater, and the arts, and the coin's design reflects this cultural flourishing. The obverse side of the coin features a beautifully rendered image of a mythical creature, possibly a griffin or a sphinx, while the reverse side bears an inscription in ancient Greek that reads "BOIOTON" (meaning "of Boeotia"). This coin is not only a valuable artifact of ancient Greek history, but also a testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of the time.
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.
