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Stater 456 BC - 426 BC
| Silver | 8.22 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Ambracia (Epeiros) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 456 BC - 426 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.22 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Athena to left, wearing Corinthian helmet and with her long hair falling down the back of her neck; in the field to right, behind her neck, kantharos; all within shallow incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Ambracia Stater was minted during a time of great political and cultural change in ancient Greece. The coin features an image of a mythical creature called the "gorgoneion" on one side, which was a symbol of the city of Ambracia. The other side of the coin depicts a helmeted warrior, which represents the city's military prowess. This coin was used as a form of currency throughout the region and was valued for its silver content. Despite its age, the Ambracia Stater remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
