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Stater - 84th-85th Olympiad 452 BC - 432 BC
| Silver | 11.46 g | - |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 452 BC - 432 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.46 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#280009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike wearing long chiton seated left on square cippus, extending her right arm to touch a lion's head fountain, left hand on seat behind her.
Script: Greek
Lettering: F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known depiction of Zeus on a Greek coin. The obverse side of the coin shows a bearded Zeus, seated on a throne, with his right hand holding a scepter and his left hand holding a small statue of Nike (Victory). This representation of Zeus became a standard design element on many Greek coins and has been interpreted as a symbol of the power and authority of the Olympian gods.
