© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Dichalkon - Tigranes II Herakles 80 BC - 68 BC
| Bronze | 6.32 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Tigranes II the Great (95 BC - 55 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 68 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.32 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#337574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Herakles standing left with lion skin over left arm, right hand resting on club; dividing lettering.
Control-marks A and monogram (TP) in fields.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ BAΣIΛEΩN TIΓPANOY
Unabridged legend: Βασιλέως βασιλέων Τιγράνης
Translation: Tigranes, king of the kings
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tigranes II, also known as Tigranes the Great, who was a king of the Kingdom of Armenia and is considered one of the most successful and influential rulers of the ancient Armenian kingdom. He reigned from 80 BC to 68 BC and is known for his military conquests and the expansion of the Armenian Empire. The coin's design, which includes an image of Tigranes II with a crown and a scepter, reflects the king's importance and influence during his time.
