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Stater 550 BC - 450 BC
Electrum | 15.92 g | 17.5 mm |
Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
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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 |
Numista | N#127574 |
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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 |
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ND (550 BC - 450 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater (550 BC - 450 BC) coin.