Stater (430 BC - 420 BC) front Stater (430 BC - 420 BC) back
Stater (430 BC - 420 BC) photo
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Stater 430 BC - 420 BC

 
Silver 10.70 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kelenderis (Cilicia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
430 BC - 420 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.70 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#420447
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Goat kneeling left, its head turned back to right; above, knucklebone.

Interesting fact

The Stater coin from Kelenderis (Cilicia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world, and its design featured the image of a lion's head, which was a symbol of power and strength. The lion's head was often depicted with an open mouth, which was believed to represent the roar of the lion and its fierce nature. This coin was also used as a means of exchange for goods and services, and its value was equivalent to a certain amount of grain or other commodities. It's worth noting that the Stater coin was an important part of the ancient Greek economy, and its design and value were heavily influenced by the culture and traditions of the time. The use of the lion's head as a symbol of power and strength was a common motif in ancient Greek art and architecture, and it continues to be an important part of numismatics and coin collecting today.