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Stater - Aeropos II 398 BC - 394 BC
| Silver | 10.49 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Aeropus II (399 BC - 393 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 398 BC - 394 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.49 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185079 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse walking right, trailing reins below; AEPO-Π-O around; all within shallow incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΕΡΟΠΟ
Comment
Westermark, Remarks, pl. LXIX, 12; Alpha Bank, Alexander 40; AMNG I, pl. 29, 23; Traité IV 822, pl. CCCIV, 11.
Interesting fact
The Aeropos II coin was minted during the reign of King Amyntas III, who ruled Macedonia from 398 BC to 394 BC. The coin features an image of the king's name in Greek letters on one side and a depiction of the god Apollo on the other. The use of Apollo's image on the coin was likely meant to symbolize the king's connection to the gods and to convey a sense of divine authority. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors and historians today.
