© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Stater Megalopolis 363 BC - 362 BC
| Silver | 12.13 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | Arcadian League (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 363 BC - 362 BC |
| Value | 1 Stater = 3 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.13 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#153130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Young Pan seated left, head facing, on rock covered by his mantle, holding lagobolon in his right hand, leaning on his left arm. Arkadian League monogram to left, syrinx below, OΛVM in small letters at bottom of rocks
Script: Greek
Lettering: OΛVM
Comment
D. Gerin, “Les statères de la ligue Arcadienne,” SNR 65 (1986) p. 17, 22; Kunstfreund 203.
Interesting fact
The Arcadian League (Arkadia) was a confederation of city-states in ancient Greece, and the Stater coin was issued by the league during the 4th century BC. The coin features an image of a lyre on one side and a Pegasus on the other, which symbolizes the league's association with music and poetry, as well as its connection to the mythical winged horse that was said to have been born in Arcadia.
