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 19.0 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
19.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#132112
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Comment

Warren 1575; Myrmekion 64–66.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of two different metals, electrum, which is a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. This blend gives the coin a distinctive appearance and makes it stand out from other coins of its time.