Stater (450 BC - 333 BC) front Stater (450 BC - 333 BC) back
Stater (450 BC - 333 BC) photo
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Stater 450 BC - 333 BC

 
Electrum 15.95 g 17.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyzikos (Mysia)
Period
City administration (600 BC - 1 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 333 BC
Value
Electrum Stater (1)
Currency
Electrum Stater (600-330BC)
Composition
Electrum
Weight
15.95 g
Diameter
17.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#127585
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Comment

Myrmekion 17.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the earliest known depiction of a warship on a coin. The obverse side of the coin shows a helmeted head of Zeus, while the reverse side depicts a warship with three rows of oars and a large ram at the bow. This design highlights the importance of naval power and trade in the ancient Greek world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (450 BC - 333 BC)  - - - - - -

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