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Stater - Kherei Candyba 430 BC - 410 BC
| Silver | 8.61 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Kherei (circa 410-390 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 430 BC - 410 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.61 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#435286 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
↓↑/ΡW/E Owl standing to left, with head facing front; all within dotted border in incuse square.
Comment
Müseler VI, 2.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Lycian and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded king wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side shows a lion attacking a bull, which is a common motif in Lycian art. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Achaemenid period, where Persian and Lycian cultures coexisted and interacted.
