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Chalkoi - Tigranes IV Augustus 2 BC - 1 AD
| Bronze | 15 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Tigranes IV (10 BC - 2 BC) |
| Queen | Erato (10 BC–2 BC, 6–12) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2 BC - 1 AD |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#337450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of Augustus left, bare.
Script: Greek
Lettering: СΕΒΑСΤΟС ΚΑΙСΑΡ ΘΕΟС ΘΕΟΥ ΥΙΟС
Unabridged legend: Σεβαστός Καῖσαρ Θεός Θεοῦ Υἱός
Translation: The divine Caesar, son of the divine
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Chalkoi coin is that it features an image of Tigranes IV, also known as Tigranes the Great, who was a powerful king of the Kingdom of Armenia during the 1st century BC. He is remembered for his military conquests and his efforts to promote Greek culture and language throughout his kingdom. The coin's design, which includes an image of the king and various other symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and historical significance of this period in Armenian history.
