![Stater - Poli[...] (150 BC - 100 BC) front](/storage/images/Stater-Poli_171343_1.webp)
![Stater - Poli[...] (150 BC - 100 BC) back](/storage/images/Stater-Poli_171343_2.webp)
![Stater - Poli[...] (150 BC - 100 BC) photo](/storage/images/Stater-Poli_171343_1.webp)
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Stater - Poli[...] 150 BC - 100 BC
Silver | 6.23 g | - |
Issuer | Thessalian League (Thessaly) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 150 BC - 100 BC |
Value | Silver Stater (3) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 6.23 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#171343 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena Itonia striding right, hurling spear with her right hand and extending shield in her left. In field to left and right, the name of the magistrate
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕΣΣΑ
ΛΩΝ
Π Ο
Λ Ι
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the mythical creature, the Chimera, which is a combination of a lion, goat, and serpent. This symbolized the power and strength of the Thessalian League, which was a confederation of cities in ancient Greece.