Æ20 (100 BC - 1 BC) front Æ20 (100 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ20 (100 BC - 1 BC) photo

Æ20 100 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 6.81 g 20.55 mm
Description
Issuer
Elaeusa-Sebaste (Cilicia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 1 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.81 g
Diameter
20.55 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#413615
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Nike walking left, holding wreath and palm branch, Ω over A in left field.

Script: Greek

Lettering: EΛAIOYΣΣIΩN

Interesting fact

The coin features a portrait of King Antiochus VIII Grypus, who ruled the Seleucid Empire from 125 BC to 96 BC. He was known for his diplomatic skills and military campaigns, and his reign marked a period of relative stability for the empire.