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Stater - Pericles 380 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 9.77 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Pericles (375 BC - 362 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 380 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.77 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#400397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Warrior, nude but for crested Corinthian helmet, in fighting attitude right, holding sword aloft in right hand, shield on left arm; triskeles to lower right, PERI-CLE (in Lycian) around; all within shallow incuse square.
Script: Lycian
Translation: Pericle
Comment
Mildenberg, Mithrapata 25; Müseler VII 36; Falghera –; SNG Copenhagen Supp. 478.
Interesting fact
The Pericles Stater from Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) is notable for its unique design, which features a lion's head on one side and an inscription in ancient Greek on the other. The inscription reads "ΠΕΡΙΚΛΗΣ ΣΤΑΘΗΡ," which translates to "Pericles, the Stater." This coin was likely used as a form of currency during the Achaemenid Empire, which spanned across parts of modern-day Iran, Turkey, and other regions in the ancient world.