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Stater 479 BC - 457 BC
Silver | 12.38 g | - |
Issuer | Tanagra (Boeotia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 479 BC - 457 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (3) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 12.38 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#146661 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel of four spokes, letters T inward and A outward in opposite quarters and all within incuse circle
Script: Greek
Lettering: T A
Comment
Pozzi 1392; Pozzi (Boutin) 3216; McClean 5555, pl. 200, 27.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a distinctive image of a horned horse, which was a symbol of the city of Tanagra and represented the city's wealth and prosperity.