Stater - Asop (363 BC - 338 BC) front Stater - Asop (363 BC - 338 BC) back
Stater - Asop (363 BC - 338 BC) photo
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Stater - Asop 363 BC - 338 BC

 
Silver 12.08 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Thebes (Boeotia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
363 BC - 338 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
12.08 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#424014
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Amphora; club left above, magistrate name in two lines across field; all within incuse concave circle.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
A Σ
Ω Π

Comment

Head, Boeotia p. 64.

Interesting fact

The Stater coin from Thebes (Boeotia) featuring the image of Asop, the mythical founder of Thebes, was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not as valuable as other coins made of gold or electrum, and was primarily used for local trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (363 BC - 338 BC)  - - - - - -

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