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© Nomos AG
Stater 430 BC - 420 BC
| Silver | 10.64 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kelenderis (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 430 BC - 420 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.64 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#186289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat kneeling right, its head turned back to left. Above, ivy branch
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΕΛ
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Kelenderis (Cilicia) was minted during the reign of King Artaxerxes II, who ruled the Persian Empire from 405 BC to 359 BC. This coin was used as a form of currency throughout the empire and was valued for its silver content. The obverse side of the coin features an image of the king, while the reverse side depicts a mythological creature called a "sphinx" - a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. The coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and artistic influences of the Persian Empire during that time period.
