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Stater 456 BC - 426 BC
| Silver | 8.55 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ambracia (Epeiros) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 456 BC - 426 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.55 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to left, wearing a Corinthian helmet, lacking a neck flap but is surmounted by a bull butting to left, and with her hair long; all within an incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: A
Interesting fact
The Ambracia Stater was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Ambracia, which was located in the region of Epeiros. The coin features an image of a mythical creature called a Griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The Griffin was often depicted as a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was believed to have the power to protect against evil and guard treasure. The inclusion of the Griffin on the Ambracia Stater coin may have been intended to convey the idea that the coin was a symbol of protection and prosperity for the people of Ambracia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (456 BC - 426 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (456 BC - 426 BC) coin.
