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© Nomos AG
Drachm - Tryphon Antioch 142 BC - 138 BC
| Silver | 4.26 g |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Diodotos Tryphon (140 BC - 138 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 142 BC - 138 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.26 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornate Macedonian helmet to left, with spike on top and with a wild goat’s horn over the visor. To left, monogram
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΤΡΥΦΩΝΟΣ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΟΡΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the goddess Tyche on the obverse (front side), which was a common motif on coins issued by the Seleucid Empire during this time period. Tyche was the goddess of fortune and prosperity, and her image was often used to symbolize the prosperity and wealth of the empire.
