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© Trustees of the British Museum
Stater 490 BC - 480 BC
| Silver | 14.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ialysos (Rhodes) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 490 BC - 480 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#356639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle's head right, floral volute above
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΙΕΛΥΣΙOΝ
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the Ialysos Stater features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a stag, which was a symbol of the island of Rhodes. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
