© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Stater 520 BC - 480 BC
Silver | 12.08 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | Aegina |
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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 |
Numista | N#96163 |
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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 |
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ND (520 BC - 480 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (520 BC - 480 BC) coin.