Stater - Ikesio... (365 BC - 330 BC) front Stater - Ikesio... (365 BC - 330 BC) back
Stater - Ikesio... (365 BC - 330 BC) photo
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Stater - Ikesio... 365 BC - 330 BC

 
Silver 11.07 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Maroneia (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
365 BC - 330 BC
Value
2 Siglos
Currency
Persian siglos
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.07 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#430347
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Grape arbor in linear square; magistrate name around, kerykeion to left; all within shallow incuse square.

Script: Greek

Lettering: EΠI IKE ΣIO

Comment

West 91.

Interesting fact

The Ikesio Stater from Maroneia (Thrace) is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One of the most interesting aspects of this coin is its unique design, which features a stylized image of a mythical creature known as a "satyr" on one side, and an image of the Greek god Apollo on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among collectors and historians.