Hemichalkon - Tigranes II Grain 80 BC - 68 BC
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Tigranes II the Great (95 BC - 55 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 68 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#375845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ear of Grain
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΤΙΓΡΑΝΕΣ
Unabridged legend: Βασιελωσ Βασιλεων Τιγρανες
Translation: King of Kings Tigranes
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemichalkon - Tigranes II (Grain) coin is that it features an image of a grain ear on the reverse side, which symbolizes the agricultural wealth and prosperity of the Kingdom of Armenia during Tigranes II's reign.
