Stater (530 BC - 510 BC) front Stater (530 BC - 510 BC) back
Stater (530 BC - 510 BC) photo
© Stacks Bowers

Stater 530 BC - 510 BC

 
Silver 8.12 g -
Description
Issuer
Kroton (Bruttium)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
530 BC - 510 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Achaean drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.12 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#385151
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Incuse bull standing right, looking back.

Script: Greek

Lettering: VM

Comment

Kroton & Sybalis alliance coinage.

Interesting fact

The Kroton Stater was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Kroton, which is now known as Crotone, in southern Italy. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and a dolphin on the other, which symbolizes the city's strong maritime tradition and its connection to the sea.