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Stater - Amphi 379 BC - 368 BC
| Silver | 12.20 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 379 BC - 368 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.20 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#397239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora; magistrate name across field; all within concave circle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AM-ΦI
Comment
Head, Boeotia p. 63; Myron Hoard pl. Г, 30; Traité III 267; Mionnet II p. 100, 15.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features the image of a mythical creature called the Amphis, which is a serpent-like creature with a horse's head and wings, while the reverse features a shield with the letter "theta" (θ) inside, which represents the city of Thebes. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (379 BC - 368 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater - Amphi (379 BC - 368 BC) coin.
