Stater (550 BC - 450 BC) front Stater (550 BC - 450 BC) back
Stater (550 BC - 450 BC) photo
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Stater 550 BC - 450 BC

 
Electrum 15.92 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyzikos (Mysia)
Period
City administration (600 BC - 1 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
550 BC - 450 BC
Value
Electrum Stater (1)
Currency
Electrum Stater (600-330BC)
Composition
Electrum
Weight
15.92 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#127574
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Interesting fact

The Kyzikos Stater was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and its design has been linked to the mythological story of the Trojan War. The coin features an image of a warrior, believed to be Paris, son of King Priam of Troy, and his wife Helen, who was abducted by Paris, leading to the start of the Trojan War. The coin's design has been interpreted as a representation of the political and cultural ties between Kyzikos and Troy during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (550 BC - 450 BC)  - - - - - -

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