Stater (440 BC - 390 BC) front Stater (440 BC - 390 BC) back
Stater (440 BC - 390 BC) photo
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Stater 440 BC - 390 BC

 
Silver 10.51 g 21.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Mallos (Cilicia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
440 BC - 390 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.51 g
Diameter
21.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#177237
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Swan standing left. MAP above, uncertain symbol to left, ankh to right and all in pelleted square border within incuse square

Script: Greek

Lettering: MAP

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a lion's head on one side and an eagle's head on the other, which symbolizes the dual nature of the city of Mallos, which was located in both the Persian and Greek spheres of influence during that time period.