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Drachm - Seleukos II Kallinikos Antioch on the Orontes 244 BC - 226 BC
| Silver | 3.82 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos II Kallinikos (246 BC - 225 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244 BC - 226 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.82 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo standing to left, testing arrow and holding grounded bow; BAΣIΛEΩΣ to right, ΣEΛEYKOY to left, monograms in outer fields.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣEΛEYKOY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Seleucus II Callinicus, who was the son of Antiochus II and Laodice II. He was known for his military campaigns against the Ptolemaic Kingdom and his efforts to expand the Seleucid Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Seleucus II and various symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political values of the Seleucid Empire during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (244 BC - 226 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Seleukos II Kallinikos (Antioch on the Orontes) (244 BC - 226 BC) coin.
