© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater - Telemachos 358 BC
358 BC year| Silver | 11.47 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 358 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.47 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#399911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heracles advancing right, wearing lion skin on left extended arm and holding club and bow; in. right field, shell. All within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: [EΠI] THΛEMA[ΞO]
Comment
C-N, p. 127, period VII.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Telemachos, the son of Odysseus, while the reverse (back) side depicts a stylized image of a lion attacking a stag. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and strength of the city-state of Abdera.
