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Stater 450 BC - 430 BC
| Silver | 11.39 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kaunos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 430 BC |
| Value | Stater (2) |
| Currency | Aeginetic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.39 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#422564 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Baetyl with a central ridge; stylized birds on either side; all within shallow square incuse.
Comment
Konuk 85-88; Troxell, Winged 26; Bement 1612; Pozzi 2820.
Interesting fact
The Kaunos Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Caria, which is now modern-day Turkey. It features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other. The lion's head symbolized the power and strength of the city-state of Kaunos, while the inscription indicated the coin's denomination and issuer. The fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, further highlights the importance of this coin in the ancient economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450 BC - 430 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (450 BC - 430 BC) coin.
