© Classical Numismatic Gallery
© Classical Numismatic Gallery
1 Tetradrachm Imitation of Seleukos I Nikator 312 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 16.40 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Arachosian tribes (Bactria and Arachosia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 312 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.40 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#216091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros seated left with two concentric circles below the throne, all without legend.
Comment
This is a local imitation of a Seleukid issue of Seleukos I Nikator, 312-281 BC, struck by a tribe in the Arachosia region.Miller, East 61.
cf. HGC# 9 (prototype)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made by the Arachosian tribes in imitation of the coins of Seleukos I Nikator, a Macedonian general who became the ruler of the Seleucid Empire after the death of Alexander the Great. This coin, which was minted in the 3rd century BC, features an image of Seleukos I on one side and a mythological creature on the other. Despite being an imitation, the coin was still made of silver and had a significant value, weighing 16.40 grams. This fact highlights the influence of Greek and Macedonian culture on the Arachosian tribes and their adoption of foreign customs and currency.