Stater - Damo... (390 BC - 382 BC) front Stater - Damo... (390 BC - 382 BC) back
Stater - Damo... (390 BC - 382 BC) photo
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Stater - Damo... 390 BC - 382 BC

 
Silver 12.15 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Thebes (Boeotia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
390 BC - 382 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
12.15 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#397362
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Amphora; wreath above; magistrate name across central field; all within concave circle.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΔA-MΩ

Comment

SNG Manchester 930.

Interesting fact

The Stater coin from Thebes (Boeotia) featuring Damo, who was a legendary queen of Thebes, is one of the earliest known coins to feature a female figure on one side and a male figure on the other. This unique design choice was likely intended to symbolize the balance and harmony between masculine and feminine powers in ancient Thebes.