Stater - Antiochos I Soter (Susa) (280 BC) front Stater - Antiochos I Soter (Susa) (280 BC) back
Stater - Antiochos I Soter (Susa) (280 BC) photo
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Stater - Antiochos I Soter Susa 280 BC

280 BC year
Gold 8.50 g -
Description
Issuer
Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC))
King
Antiochos I Soter (281 BC - 261 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
280 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.50 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#184056
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike standing left, holding wreath in her left hand and stylis in her right. Below left, monogram of ΚΡ and below right, monogram of ΦΑΝ

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΦΑΝ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antiochos I Soter, the founder of the Seleucid Empire, on one side, and an image of Apollo on the other. This coin was minted during Antiochos' reign, which lasted from 281 BC to 261 BC, and it was used as a means of spreading the Seleucid Empire's influence and culture throughout its territories. The coin's gold content and intricate designs make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.