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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Stater 440 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 10.76 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 440 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.76 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180085 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Persian soldiers, standing vis-a-vis, each holding spear, with bow in bowcase over shoulder. Aramaic legend 'TRZ' between, letters 'L R' before right hand figure
Interesting fact
The Tarsos Stater was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a living person, which was a revolutionary design choice at the time. The coin features a profile of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a bearded king on the other, believed to be King Artaxerxes II of Persia. This design choice symbolized the political alliance between the city-state of Tarsos and the Persian Empire.
