Coin: Stater, Tarsus
2010.08.0001
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: Stater, Tarsus (2010.08.0001) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | N/A |
| Date | 379 - 374 BCE |
| Culture | Greek |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 1.95 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | .43 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Measuring Remarks | Under Review |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Research Remarks
| Description | This Greek coin is a silver Stater from Tarsus in modern day Turkey. It was struck in the early 4th century BCE. The obverse is Baal, an eastern god associated with Zeus, enthroned and holding a scepter. The reverse is a bearded man wearing a crested helmet. |
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| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | Under Review |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | Gift of Marguerite Maguire |
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| Reproduction | N/A |
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