Drachm - Demetrius I Soter (162 BC - 150 BC) front Drachm - Demetrius I Soter (162 BC - 150 BC) back
Drachm - Demetrius I Soter (162 BC - 150 BC) photo

Drachm - Demetrius I Soter 162 BC - 150 BC

 
Silver 3.85 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC))
King
Demetrios I Soter (161 BC - 150 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
162 BC - 150 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.85 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#284225
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Cornucopia, monograms below

Script: Greek

Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΔHMHTPIOY ΣΩTHΡOΣ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Drachm coin of Demetrius I Soter is that it features the king's portrait on one side and an image of the god Apollo on the other, reflecting the blending of Greek and Persian cultures that characterized the Seleucid Empire.