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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Stater 455 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 10.79 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 455 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.79 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of bull to right, key symbol to right and all within incuse square
Interesting fact
The Tarsos Stater was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a living person, which was a revolutionary design at the time. The coin features a portrait of the Persian satrap (governor) of Cilicia, Datames, on one side, and an image of the god Apollo on the other. This innovative design was a departure from the traditional depiction of gods and goddesses on coins and marked a significant shift in the way coins were designed and used.
