Gold Stater of Croesus of Lydia, Sardis, 561 BCE–546 BCE

561 BCE–546 BCE · Sardis

EF-45

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Coin Details

TypeStater

AuthorityCroesus of Lydia

DenominationStater

MaterialGold

Mint / CountrySardis

Date561 BCE–546 BCE

Weight10.34g

Acquisition

GradeEF-45

Purchase Price£8,400

Purchase Date2020-06-01

SourceHeritage Auctions

Notes

Croeseid stater in exceptional preservation. One of the most significant pieces in my collection.