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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater - 79th-80th Olympiad 460 BC
460 BC year| Silver | 12.08 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 460 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.08 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike running to left, wearing a diadem and a chiton and with open wings, holding a wreath in her outstretched right hand and holding the hem of her chiton with her left and all within a circular incuse
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from the 79th-80th Olympiad (460 BC) from Olympia (Elis) is significant because it features the first known depiction of Zeus on a Greek coin. The obverse side of the coin shows a bearded Zeus, while the reverse side features a crowned helmet and the inscription "OLYMPIA". This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, and its design has been influential in the development of Greek coinage.
