Stater (475 BC - 425 BC) front Stater (475 BC - 425 BC) back
Stater (475 BC - 425 BC) photo
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Stater 475 BC - 425 BC

 
Silver 8.18 g 20.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kaulonia (Bruttium)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
475 BC - 425 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Achaean drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.18 g
Diameter
20.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#185202
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Stag standing to right and to right, laurel branch

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΚΑVΛ

Interesting fact

The Kaulonia Stater was minted during a time of great cultural and economic change in ancient Greece. It was produced during the height of the Classical period, which saw the rise of democracy in Athens and the development of philosophy, theater, and the arts. The coin's design, which features a helmeted head of Athena on one side and a rooster on the other, reflects the importance of Athena as a patron deity of the city of Kaulonia. Additionally, the use of silver as the material for the coin speaks to the region's wealth and trade connections, as silver was a valuable and sought-after resource at the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (475 BC - 425 BC)  - - - - - -

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