Chalkous - Tigranes II (Cornucopia) (80 BC - 68 BC) front Chalkous - Tigranes II (Cornucopia) (80 BC - 68 BC) back
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Chalkous - Tigranes II Cornucopia 80 BC - 68 BC

 
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Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia)
King
Tigranes II the Great (95 BC - 55 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80 BC - 68 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#375844
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cornucopia curving left

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΤΙΓΡΑΝΕΣ

Translation: King of Kings Tigranes

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Chalkous - Tigranes II (Cornucopia) coin is that it features an image of a cornucopia, which is a symbol of abundance and prosperity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time of economic growth and prosperity in the Kingdom of Armenia.