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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Double Daric - Seleukos I Nikator 300 BC - 298 BC
| Gold | 16.4 g | 21.25 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos I Nikator (305 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 298 BC |
| Value | Double Daric (2) |
| Currency | Daric |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 16.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#310955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left holding wreath in outstretched right hand, and mast (stylis) in her left hand, horned horse head right on right wing
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΙ
Comment
Babelon p. V, 2; Newell 460; ESM 490.
Only six specimens known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Daric coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Seleukos I Nikator, who was one of the generals of Alexander the Great. The coin was minted in the Seleucid Empire, which was a vast kingdom that stretched from modern-day Turkey to India, and was made of gold, which was a valuable and coveted metal at the time. The fact that the coin was made of gold and had a standardized weight and denomination suggests that the Seleucid Empire had a well-organized and sophisticated monetary system, which was likely a key factor in the empire's economic success.