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Hemidrachm - Seleukos VI Epiphanes Nikator 96 BC - 94 BC
| Silver | 1.74 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos VI Epiphanes Nikator (96 BC - 95 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 96 BC - 94 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#429485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cornucopia; monogram to outer left, C below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: [B]AΣIΛEΩ[Σ] ΣEΛEYKOY ΝΙΚΑΤΟΡΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Seleukos VI Epiphanes Nikator, who was the last king of the Seleucid Empire, on one side, and an image of Apollo on the other. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 96 BC to 94 BC. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 1.74 grams, making it a relatively small and lightweight coin. This may have been due to the economic conditions of the time, as the Seleucid Empire was facing financial difficulties in the late 2nd century BC.
