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Stater - Kalli 363 BC - 338 BC
| Silver | 12.27 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 363 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.27 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#397165 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora; magistrate name across field; all within concave circle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KA-ΛI
Translation: Kalli (name of a magistrate of Thebes)
Comment
Head, Boeotia p. 65; Mionnet II p. 102, 36.
Interesting fact
The Stater coin from Thebes (Boeotia) featuring Kalli (363 BC - 338 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 12.27 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured an image of Kalli, who was a legendary hero in Thebes, on one side, and the city's emblem, a sphinx, on the other. The coin's use as currency and its design reflect the importance of Thebes as a powerful city-state in ancient Greece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (363 BC - 338 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater - Kalli (363 BC - 338 BC) coin.
