© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater 600 BC - 550 BC
| Electrum | 13.92 g | 18.6 mm |
| Issuer | Miletos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
| Value | Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 13.92 g |
| Diameter | 18.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411512 |
|---|---|
| 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 geometric pattern.
Comment
Cf. Weidauer 126; Elektron I 63 var. (lion reclining left); SNG von Aulock –; SNG Copenhagen –; SNG Kayhan 441 var. (same); ACGC 55 var. (same); BMC 3 var. (stag head in punch); Boston MFA –.
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 Greece.
