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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Didrachm - Alexander I Balas (Tyre) 150 BC - 146 BC
| Silver | 6.91 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander I Balas (150 BC - 145 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 146 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.91 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#307641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle facing left, standing on prow at centre with palm frond over shoulder; club with mintmark ΤΥΡ at left; date ςΞΡ (regnal year SE 166) atop monogram ΗΡ at right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΤΥΡ
ςΞΡ
ΗΡ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Didrachm - Alexander I Balas (Tyre) coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's successor, Alexander Balas, who was a Seleucid king that ruled over the empire from 150 BC to 146 BC. Despite being a powerful leader, Alexander Balas's reign was marked by controversy and conflict, including a bitter rivalry with another Seleucid king, Demetrius II. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex history of the ancient Seleucid Empire and its leaders.
