Silver Stater of Olympia, Elis, Greece

Date: c. 380–365 BCE The coins were minted by Olympia and serve as a coinage at the sanctuary for Zeus and Hera. The detailed and elegant depiction of Hera's head represents feminine and divine characteristics. Date Published: Around 1950s Creator: Olympia, Elis, Greece Publication Info: Part of the Lawrence University & Buerger Coin Collection. Ottilia M. Buerger ’38 collected coins starting in the 1950s. Alt description: Ancient Greek silver stater from Olympia minted at the Temple of Hera circa 421 BCE. The front side of the coin showcases a profile of Hera adorned with a crown inscribed with "of the Eleains" . The other side displays an eagle.