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Stater 510 BC - 490 BC
| Silver | 14.82 g | - |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 510 BC - 490 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#399917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rough quadripartite incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Abdera Stater was one of the first coins to feature an image of a mythical creature, in this case, a griffin. The griffin was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology, and its depiction on the coin may have been intended to convey the power and authority of the city of Abdera.