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Stater - Khinakha Uncertain mint in eastern Lycia 460 BC - 440 BC
| Silver | 9.82 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Khinakha (circa 430-400 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 460 BC - 440 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.82 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Triskeles with large annulet at the center. Between the arms, pellet and monogram
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Lycian and Persian design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which is a common motif in Lycian coinage, while the reverse (back) side features an image of a Persian king, likely Xerxes I, who ruled the Achaemenid Empire at the time the coin was minted. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the Lycian city-states and the Persian Empire during this period.
