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© Nomos AG
Stater 450 BC - 430 BC
| Silver | 7.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Neapolis (Campania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 430 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Man-headed bull, Achelous, standing to left. Above him, a cicada to left
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Neapolis (Campania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to 2 drachmas. It was made of silver and weighed around 7.54 grams. The coin featured an image of a bull on one side and a dolphin on the other, which were symbols of the city of Neapolis. The coin was used for trade and commerce, and its value was determined by its weight and purity of silver.
