© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Octodrachm - Antiochos III 221 BC - 220 AD
| Gold | 34.13 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos III Megas (223 BC - 187 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 221 BC - 220 AD |
| Value | Octodrachm (8) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 34.13 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#429276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo seated left on omphalos, holding bow and arrow; in fields, two monograms.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ – ΑΝΤ – IΟΧΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Octodrachm coin of Antiochos III from the Seleucid Empire is that it features the king's portrait on one side and an image of the god Apollo on the other, highlighting the blending of Greek and Persian cultural influences that characterized the Seleucid Empire.
