Coin: Metapontum, Stater
1981.04.0003
Object Image
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: Metapontum, Stater (1981.04.0003) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | Archaic |
| Date | 510 BCE |
| Culture | Greek |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 2.70 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | 0.31 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 8.15 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Research Remarks
| Description | This Greek coin is a silver Stater from the ancient city Metapontum in southern Italy. Italy, as well as Sicily, was part of Magna Graecia (Great Greece) that had Greek colonies. The coin was struck during the late 6th century BCE. The obverse contains an ear of corn. To the right of the ear are the letters META (Mu Epsilon Tau Alpha) denoting it is from Metapontum. The reverse is an incuse ear of corn. |
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| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | Under Review |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | Anonymous Gift |
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| Reproduction | No |
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