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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater - 86th Olympiad 436 BC
436 BC year| Silver | 2.92 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 436 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle fying left, grasping serpent in beak and with talons
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from the 86th Olympiad (436 BC) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Olympia. It was made of silver and weighed 2.92 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of Zeus on one side and a depiction of the Olympic Games on the other. The coin was used to pay for goods and services, and it was also used as a form of tribute or offering to the gods. It's fascinating to think that this coin was used in everyday transactions over 2,000 years ago and has survived to this day as a piece of history.
