Ancient Greek Silver Stater of Aspendus (c. 325–250 BC), Authentic Ancient Coin

A real silver stater struck in the ancient city of Aspendus — one of the most famous and recognizable coin types of the Greek world.

Grade: Choice Very Fine
NGC Strike: 4/5
NGC Surface: 2/5

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🏛 Struck over 2,200 years ago in ancient Pamphylia
🤼 Features the famous wrestlers of Aspendus
🏹 Reverse depicts a slinger preparing to launch a stone projectile
🤲 A genuine piece of Greek history you can hold

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Why This Coin Matters

Few ancient Greek coins are as instantly recognizable as the silver staters of Aspendus.

Struck in the prosperous city of Aspendus in Pamphylia, these coins became widely accepted throughout the eastern Mediterranean and remain among the most collected Greek coin types today.

The obverse features two wrestlers engaged in competition, a powerful tribute to the athletic traditions that defined Greek culture. Wrestling was one of the most prestigious events in the ancient games, and the design has made Aspendus staters famous among collectors for generations.

The reverse shows a slinger in action, drawing back to hurl a stone projectile. Slingers were an important part of many ancient armies, and the image reflects the military strength and independence of the city. Beneath appears a horse forepart and control symbols used by the mint.

This coin was struck during one of the most important periods in ancient history, when the Greek world was being transformed by the successors of Alexander the Great. It circulated among merchants, soldiers, and travelers more than twenty-two centuries ago.

Today, Aspendus staters are considered one of the classic entry points into ancient Greek silver collecting because of their historical importance, artistic design, and enduring popularity.

Perfect For

• First-time ancient coin collectors
• Ancient Greek history enthusiasts
• Fans of classical athletics and the Olympic tradition
• Collectors looking to own an iconic Greek silver coin
• Anyone seeking a meaningful historical gift

What You'll Receive

• The exact silver stater shown
• Struck at Aspendus, Pamphylia, c. 325–250 BC
• Wrestlers obverse and slinger reverse
• Ancient Greek silver stater denomination
• Over 2,200 years old
• Professionally authenticated and graded

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New to Ancient Coins?

This is one of the most famous silver coins of the ancient Greek world—a type that has fascinated collectors for centuries and remains a cornerstone of many ancient coin collections today.