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Stater 520 BC - 510 BC
| Silver | 8.18 g | 27.0 mm |
| Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 520 BC - 510 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (540-200BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.18 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ear of barley with eight grains, all incuse. Rayed border
Interesting fact
The Metapontion Stater coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One of the most interesting aspects of this coin is its unique design, which features a portrait of a young man on one side and a horseman on the other. The horseman is depicted riding a horse in a standing position, which is a rare representation in ancient Greek coinage. This design has led some numismatists to speculate that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a military victory or to promote the city-state's equestrian culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (520 BC - 510 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 - 510 BC) coin.
