© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
Stater 626 BC - 522 BC
| Electrum | 16.5 g | 20.3 mm |
| Issuer | Phokaia (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 626 BC - 522 BC |
| Value | Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 16.5 g |
| Diameter | 20.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#376910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two different-sized incuse squares.
Interesting fact
The Phokaia Stater was one of the first coins to feature a standardized design, with the iconic image of a seated Lion on one side and an inscription on the other. This design became a hallmark of ancient Greek coinage and paved the way for the development of modern currency.
