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Stater 600 BC - 550 BC
Electrum | 14.17 g | - |
Issuer | Uncertain Ionian city |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
Value | Stater (1) |
Currency | Electrum Stater |
Composition | Electrum |
Weight | 14.17 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#182205 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Thin rectangular incuse between two square incuses, one smaller than the other and all with irregular interiors
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.