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Stater - Tiribazus Mallos 388 BC - 386 BC
| Silver | 9.71 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Lydia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Tiribazus (388 BC - 380 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 388 BC - 386 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.71 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head right, wearing satrapal headdress; MAΛ to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAΛ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a lion, which was a symbol of the Achaemenid Empire, on one side, and an image of a Persian king, possibly Artaxerxes II, on the other side. This coin was used as a means of payment and trade during the reign of Tiribazus, who was a Persian satrap (governor) of the Satrapy of Lydia.
