Stater (600 BC - 550 BC) front Stater (600 BC - 550 BC) back
Stater (600 BC - 550 BC) photo
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Stater 600 BC - 550 BC

 
Electrum 14 g -
Description
Issuer
Miletos (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
600 BC - 550 BC
Value
Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Electrum
Weight
14 g
Size
22 mm
Shape
Oval
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#385194
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Central oblong punch, containing three pellets connected in Λ shape, two parallel lines, and a fox standing left; flanked by two square punches containing, respectively, a stellate pattern and a stag’s head left.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the earliest known image of a lion on a coin, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek culture.