Stater - Teththiveibi (440 BC - 430 BC) front Stater - Teththiveibi (440 BC - 430 BC) back
Stater - Teththiveibi (440 BC - 430 BC) photo
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Stater - Teththiveibi 440 BC - 430 BC

 
Silver 8.44 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies)
Dynast
Teththiveibi (circa 450-420 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
440 BC - 430 BC
Value
Silver Stater (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.44 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#397781
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tetraskeles within dotted square; all within incuse square.

Script: Lycian

Translation: Teθθiweibi

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Stater - Teththiveibi (440 BC - 430 BC) from Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) made of Silver weighing 8.44 g is that it features a unique blend of Lycian and Persian elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which is a common motif in Lycian coinage, while the reverse side features an inscription in Aramaic script, which was the language of the Achaemenid Empire. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the region and the interactions between the Lycian people and their Persian rulers.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (440 BC - 430 BC)  - - - - - -

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