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 14.282 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Ionian city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
600 BC - 550 BC
Value
Stater (1)
Currency
Electrum Stater
Composition
Electrum
Weight
14.282 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#385793
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Thin rectangular incuse between two square incuses.

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.