Stater (550 BC - 500 BC) front Stater (550 BC - 500 BC) back
Stater (550 BC - 500 BC) photo
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Stater 550 BC - 500 BC

 
Electrum 16.05 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyzikos (Mysia)
Period
City administration (600 BC - 1 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
550 BC - 500 BC
Value
Electrum Stater (1)
Currency
Electrum Stater (600-330BC)
Composition
Electrum
Weight
16.05 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#132140
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Comment

Warren 1560.

Interesting fact

The Kyzikos Stater was one of the first coins to feature an image of a mythical creature, in this case, a griffin. The griffin was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology, and its depiction on the coin may have been intended to convey the power and authority of the city of Kyzikos.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (550 BC - 500 BC)  - - - - - -

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