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Stater 525 BC - 475 BC
| Electrum | 14.13 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Abydos (Troad) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 525 BC - 475 BC |
| Value | Electrum Stater (28) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 14.13 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#189972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Incuse square, roughly bisected by a thick line, with each section containing irregular marks
Comment
Traité I 350; Head, HN, p. 538; B. V. Head, “Metrological Notes on Ancient Electrum Coins” in NC 1875, p. 265, pl. VII, 7.
Only two specimens known.
Interesting fact
The Abydos Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has been found in various archaeological sites across the region. Despite its age, some of these coins have been well-preserved and are considered valuable artifacts among collectors and historians. In fact, a similar Abydos Stater made of electrum sold for over $15,000 at an auction in 2019!
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (525 BC - 475 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (525 BC - 475 BC) coin.
