Stater - 83rd-85th Olympiad (448 BC - 440 BC) front Stater - 83rd-85th Olympiad (448 BC - 440 BC) back
Stater - 83rd-85th Olympiad (448 BC - 440 BC) photo
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Stater - 83rd-85th Olympiad 448 BC - 440 BC

 
Silver 11.88 g -
Description
Issuer
Olympia (Elis)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
448 BC - 440 BC
Value
1 Stater = 3 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.88 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#177995
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike striding right, holding wreath and hem of her dress, within circular incuse

Comment

Warren 912.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a depiction of Zeus' head, while the reverse (back) side features a representation of an eagle grasping a hare in its talons. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and authority of the Olympian gods.