Stater (520 BC - 480 BC) front Stater (520 BC - 480 BC) back
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Stater 520 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 12.08 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Aegina
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
520 BC - 480 BC
Value
Stater (2)
Currency
Aeginetic drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
12.08 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#96163
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Edge

Plain

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 520 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 issued 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 (520 BC - 480 BC)  - - - - - -

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