© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Stater Hypata 360 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 11.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Ainianes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 360 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.61 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, helmeted and wearing long robes, holding Nike alighting to left on her right hand and resting her left on her spear and shield at her feet. Before her, to left, serpent coiled to left with, above, a spear point to left
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΝΙΑΝΩΝ
Comment
Unpublished and unique.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the "Chimera" on one side, which is a representation of a lion-goat-serpent hybrid. This creature was believed to have the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent, and was said to be able to breathe fire. The Chimera was a popular mythological creature in ancient Greece and was often depicted in art and literature.
