Stater (550 BC - 510 BC) front Stater (550 BC - 510 BC) back
Stater (550 BC - 510 BC) photo
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Stater 550 BC - 510 BC

 
Silver 7.91 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Sybaris (Lucania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
550 BC - 510 BC
Value
Stater (3)
Currency
Achaean drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.91 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#180835
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bull standing to right, on dotted ground line. Around it, a border of dots and all as incuse

Comment

Bement 213.

Interesting fact

The Stater coin from Sybaris (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Sybaris, which was known for its wealth and luxury. The coin features an image of a bull on one side and a dolphin on the other, which symbolized the city's strong maritime trade and its connection to the sea. The coin was made of silver and weighed 7.91 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after form of currency in its time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
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