Stater
Easton, 1897
Greek word rendered "piece of money" (Matthew 17:27, A.V.; and "shekel" in R.V.). It was equal to two didrachmas ("tribute money," Matthew 17:24), or four drachmas, and to about 2s. 6d. of our money. (See SHEKEL.)
Dictionary: M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary (1897, public domain).