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Stater - Lykino 363 BC - 348 BC
| Silver | 12.27 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 363 BC - 348 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.27 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#397218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora; grape bunch on vine above; magistrate name across field; all within incuse concave circle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛY-KI
Comment
Head, Boeotia p. 66.
Interesting fact
The Lykino Stater from Thebes (Boeotia) is interesting because it features a unique combination of symbols on its obverse side. The coin depicts a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Boeotian coinage, but it also features a less common symbol - a lyre. The lyre was a musical instrument that was associated with Apollo, the god of music, poetry, and prophecy. The combination of the lion and lyre on the coin may suggest a connection between the coin's issuers and the cult of Apollo, or it may simply represent the cultural and artistic achievements of Thebes during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (363 BC - 348 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater - Lykino (363 BC - 348 BC) coin.
