© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Stater 500 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 8.43 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Corinth |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.43 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#433756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena to right; behind, crescent and Ϙ; all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Ϙ
Interesting fact
The Corinthian Stater was widely used in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was used to pay soldiers, settle debts, and facilitate trade. Its design featured a pegasus on one side and a helmeted head of Athena on the other, symbolizing the city's patron deity and its connection to the mythical winged horse. The coin's use spread beyond Corinth, and it became a widely recognized and trusted form of currency throughout the ancient Greek world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (500 BC - 450 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (500 BC - 450 BC) coin.
