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© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
Stater - Achaios 220 BC - 214 BC
| Gold | 8.52 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Achaios (220 BC - 214 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220 BC - 214 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.52 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#375107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena advancing left, brandishing spear and holding shield; horse's head in left and AP monogram in right field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ AXAIOY
ΘΕ
Translation: of King Achaios.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Stater - Achaios (220 BC - 214 BC) from Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) made of Gold weighing 8.52 g is that it features the image of a mythical creature, the Griffin, on its reverse side. The Griffin was a symbol of protection and wealth in ancient times and was often depicted on coins and other artifacts from the Seleucid Empire.
