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Stater - Eche 390 BC - 382 BC
Silver | 12.21 g | 20.5 mm |
Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 390 BC - 382 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (3) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 12.21 g |
Diameter | 20.5 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#423918 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora; magistrate name across field; all within incuse concave circle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: E XE
Comment
Head, Boeotia p. 65; BMC p. 82, 144.
Interesting fact
The Eche stater from Thebes (Boeotia) features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse in a standing position. This design is known as the "standing horse" type and is a distinctive feature of Boeotian coins from this time period.