Object Based Learning

Silver Stater

Description


This stater (07GC032) was minted in Corinth in the fourth century BCE. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Pegasus, suggesting the cultural and mythological significance of Corinth. Pegasus are associated with creativity and the arts which reflect Corinth's diverse culture. The reverse side featuring the head of Athena with a Corinthian helmet with an eagle shows the city-states reverence for Athena, the goddess of wisdom and warfare. The distinctive Greek style worn by the ancient Greek warriors, showing Corinth's military power. The eagle on her helmet symbolises

Zeus, often being associated with divine protection and authority.

Details

Title:
Silver Stater
Collection:
ACANS
Url:
https://mq.pedestal3d.com/r/NgLf_QCxi4
Tags:
Numismatics,Coins,Artefact,
Fields:
Modern History (Year 11 & 12), Ancient History (Year 11 & 12)
Accession
07GC032
Date
350-307 BCE
Provenance
Corinth
Material/s
Silver
Dimensions
22mm diameter
Source
Australian Centre for Ancient Numismatic Studies, ACANS

Resources

  • Historical Concepts and Skills: Analysis and Use of Sources
    • Explain the meaning and value of sources for an historical inquiry (ACHAH007, ACHAH009)
    • Analyse sources to identify and account for the different perspectives of individuals and groups in the past (ACHAH010)
    • Analyse and synthesise evidence from different types of sources to develop reasoned claims (ACHAH008)
    • Identify and analyse problems relating to sources in the investigation of the past (ACHAH011)
  • Historical Concepts and Skills: Historical Interpretation
    • Analyse the extent and nature of continuity and change over time (ACHAH001)
    • Identify and analyse the varying causes and effects of events and developments in order to construct historical arguments (ACHAH001)
    • Form judgements about historical significance, recognising that significance may be attributed for different purposes
  • Historical Concepts and Skills: Historical Investigation and Research
    • Use evidence from a range of sources to inform investigation and research (ACHAH005)
  • Explanation and Communication
    • Develop texts, particularly historical accounts and arguments, supported by relevant evidence from sources (ACHAH013)

  • Object profile and educational resources developed by Alex Duffield.

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ACANS (2024). Silver Stater, 07GC032. //sveltekit-prerender/artefacts/07gc032/ (accessed on: Fri Aug 02 2024).

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