Stater - Jason (331 BC - 322 BC) front Stater - Jason (331 BC - 322 BC) back
Stater - Jason (331 BC - 322 BC) photo
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Stater - Jason 331 BC - 322 BC

 
Gold 8.58 g -
Description
Issuer
Kyrene (Kyrenaica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
331 BC - 322 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.58 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182171
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Zeus Ammon seated left on throne, holding long scepter in his right hand, resting his left arm on the throne’s back and with his feet on foot stool before. To right, eagle with closed wings to right, holding serpent in its talons

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΙΑΣΟΝΟΣ

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Jason, the mythological hero and leader of the Argonauts, who is depicted wearing a laurel wreath and a cloak. The reverse of the coin shows a representation of the goddess Athena, who was revered as a patron deity of the city of Kyrene. The coin's design reflects the cultural and mythological significance of both Jason and Athena in ancient Greek society.