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 16.05 g 19 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
16.05 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#421208
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Comment

Myrmekion 56.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of animal symbols on its obverse side, including a lion's head, a bull's head, and a dolphin. This blend of land and sea creatures may reflect the city's strategic location on the coast and its connection to the surrounding region's rich agricultural and maritime resources.