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Stater - Charisthenes 320 BC - 270 BC
| Silver | 11.24 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Polyrhenion (Crete (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 270 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.24 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing head of bull, fillets hanging from horns; below, spearhead right.
Comment
Le Rider, Crétoises, pl. X, 11 and pl. XXXIII, 15; Boutin 202.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Polyrhenion, featuring Charisthenes, is considered one of the most beautiful coins of the ancient world. Its design features a portrait of Charisthenes, a legendary hero and founder of the city of Chania, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. The coin's intricate design and craftsmanship have made it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.