Stater (450 BC - 425 BC) front Stater (450 BC - 425 BC) back
Stater (450 BC - 425 BC) photo
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Stater 450 BC - 425 BC

 
Silver 11.92 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Teos (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 425 BC
Value
Silver Stater (2)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.92 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#421482
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Comment

Matzke Group Cb1; SNG Copenhagen –; SNG von Aulock –.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the Teos Stater features a stylized head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a large owl, which was a symbol of wisdom and intelligence in ancient Greek culture.