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Stater - Seleukos I Nikator Babylon 305 BC - 295 BC
| Gold | 8.56 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos I Nikator (305 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305 BC - 295 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.56 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left with her wings spread, holding laurel wreath in her right hand and stylis in her left; . To left, ΜΙ and to right, monogram within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΜΙ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Seleucus I Nicator, the founder of the Seleucid Empire, on one side, and an image of Apollo on the other. This coin was minted during Seleucus' reign, which lasted from 305 BC to 295 BC, and was likely used as a means of promoting the new empire and solidifying Seleucus' power. The use of gold for the coin's material also signifies the wealth and prestige of the Seleucid Empire at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (305 BC - 295 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stater - Seleukos I Nikator (Babylon) (305 BC - 295 BC) coin.
