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Drachm - Seleukos IV Philopator Soloi 187 BC - 175 BC
| Silver | 4.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos IV Philopator (187 BC - 175 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 187 BC - 175 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo seated left on omphalos, holding arrow in his right hand and resting his left on bow at his side. To left, Α above owl and to right, ΣΑ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΣΕΛΕΥΚΟΥ
Α ΣΑ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Seleukos IV Philopator, who was the son of Antiochus III the Great and succeeded his father as the ruler of the Seleucid Empire. He was known for his military campaigns against the Ptolemaic Kingdom and his efforts to centralize power within the empire. The coin's design, which includes Seleukos' image and the title "King Seleukos," reflects his efforts to assert his authority and legitimacy as a ruler.
