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Stater - Archelaus I Aegae 413 BC - 399 BC
| Silver | 10.52 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Archelaus I (413 BC - 399 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 413 BC - 399 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.52 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse standing right, foreleg raised, wearing bridle with trailing rein, within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: APXEΛΑ
Comment
Westermark, Staters, Group II.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin of Archelaus I (Aegae) from the Kingdom of Macedonia, which was minted between 413 BC and 399 BC, features an image of a youthful Hercules on one side and a horse on the other. This coin was an important symbol of the kingdom's wealth and power during the reign of Archelaus I.
