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Stater 480 BC - 457 BC
| Silver | 12.27 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Aegina |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 480 BC - 457 BC |
| Value | Stater (2) |
| Currency | Aeginetic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.27 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#168893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Large square incuse with skew pattern
Comment
Holloway, ANSMN 17, pl. VI, 4; Milbank, ANSNNM 24, p. I, 14-15; Bement 1139–1140.
Interesting fact
The Aegina Stater is considered one of the earliest coins in the ancient Greek world, and it's believed to have been issued around 480 BC. It features an image of a sea turtle on one side and an inscription on the other, which is thought to be the name of the mint official who produced the coin. The use of a sea turtle as a design element was likely chosen because Aegina was an island nation that relied heavily on maritime trade and commerce.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (480 BC - 457 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (480 BC - 457 BC) coin.
