Stater - Kroisos (560 BC - 546 BC) front Stater - Kroisos (560 BC - 546 BC) back
Stater - Kroisos (560 BC - 546 BC) photo
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Stater - Kroisos 560 BC - 546 BC

 
Silver 10.71 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kings of Lydia
King
Croesus (𐤨𐤭𐤬𐤥𐤦𐤮𐤠𐤮) (560 BC - 546 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
560 BC - 546 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.71 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185337
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Two incuse square punches.

Interesting fact

The Kroisos coin is considered one of the earliest coins in the world and was minted during the reign of King Croesus of Lydia (now modern-day Turkey) in the 6th century BC. It features a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other, which is believed to be the name of the king or a mint official. The coin's design and style have been influential in the development of coins throughout history, and it remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (560 BC - 546 BC)  - - - - - -

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