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Æ25 164 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 7.6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Tarsos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164 BC - 27 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#148926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left, holding Nike and sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering: TAΡΣEΩN
Interesting fact
The Æ25 coin from Tarsos (Cilicia) was minted during the reign of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who was a Seleucid king who ruled over a vast empire that included much of the ancient Near East, including Egypt, Syria, and Mesopotamia. This coin was likely used for everyday transactions and trade, and its design may have been influenced by the artistic styles and symbols of the time.
