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

 
Silver 7.85 g 21.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Corinth
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
550 BC - 500 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Corinthian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.85 g
Diameter
21.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#136134
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Incuse square with swastika style pattern.

Interesting fact

The Corinthian Stater was one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a human being. The obverse side of the coin features a bearded helmeted head of the Greek god Poseidon, while the reverse side features a horse and rider. This coin was issued during the time of the ancient Greek city-state of Corinth, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient world. The use of a human figure on a coin was a significant innovation at the time and marked a departure from the earlier use of abstract symbols and animal motifs on coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
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