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Silver stater of Poseidonia. Greek cities in South Italy began making silver coins in the late sixth century BC, adopting an unusual technique. Instead of striking coins between two dies engraved with different designs, the same type was used on both sides of the coin. The design was raised in high relief on the obverse (front) and in intaglio (depressed) on the reverse. At Poseidonia the design chosen was that of the city's guardian deity, Poseidon. The town, later known as Paestum, is today famous for its magnificent Doric temples. Inv. CM 1844,1008.11.

Location British Museum/London/Great Britain

Unique Identifier ART346728

Type Image

Purpose Public

Size 2624px × 2582px

Photo Credit © The Trustees of the British Museum / Art Resource, NY

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