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Stater - Hike 390 BC - 382 BC
| Silver | 12.20 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 390 BC - 382 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.20 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#385492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora; above, wreath; all within shallow incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: HI-KE
Comment
Hike..., magistrate.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Thebes (Boeotia) featuring the image of Hike (390 BC - 382 BC) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Thebes. It was made of silver and weighed 12.20 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured the image of Hike, who was a mythical figure and the daughter of the goddess Gaia. She was often depicted as a woman with a lion's head and wings, and was associated with strength and protection. The coin's reverse side featured the image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and courage in ancient Greece. The coin's minting was a significant event in the history of Thebes, as it marked the beginning of the city-state's rise to power and influence in the region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (390 BC - 382 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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