Stater (470 BC) front Stater (470 BC) back
Stater (470 BC) photo
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Stater 470 BC

470 BC year
Silver 11.96 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Teos (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
470 BC
Value
Silver Stater (2)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.96 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#421517
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Interesting fact

The Teos Stater coin features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a lion's head with its mouth open, surrounded by a circular border. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and strength of the city-state of Teos.