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© Trustees of the British Museum
Æ18 - Tiraios II 60 BC - 49 BC
| Bronze | 3.69 g | 17.78 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Characene (Mesopotamia) |
|---|---|
| King | Tiraios II (79 BC - 48 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60 BC - 49 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.69 g |
| Diameter | 17.78 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#311646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike walking left, holding wreath with right extended hand, flanked vertically by lettering downwards.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛεΩ ΤΙΡΑ
Translation: King Tiraios
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiraios II, who was a king of the Kingdom of Characene, which was a ancient kingdom located in what is now modern-day Iraq. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 60 BC to 49 BC. Despite being made of bronze, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it has been well-preserved over the centuries.