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Stater - Timo 300 BC - 280 BC
| Silver | 7.9 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | Thourioi (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 280 BC |
| Value | Stater (3) |
| Currency | Achaean drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.9 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#370447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull butting right, head turned facing; Nike flying right above crowning bull.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΟΥΡΙΩΝ
Translation: Thourioi
Comment
Unpublished in the standard references. Hunterian pg. 106, 29 var. (same obverse die, star on reverse).
Interesting fact
The Timo Stater from Thourioi (Lucania) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a significant artifact from the ancient Greek world and is highly sought after by collectors and museums.
