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Tetrachalkon - Antiochos I Theos 69 BC - 34 BC
| Bronze | 6.68 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Commagene |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochus I (69 BC - 40 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69 BC - 34 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.68 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#328008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lion walking right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕ[ΩΣ] / ΑΝΤΙΟΧ[ΟΥ]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side depicts a portrait of Antiochos I Theos, the ruler of the Kingdom of Commagene, wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side shows a Greek-style image of Apollo standing on a stepped platform. This fusion of cultural influences reflects the multicultural nature of the Kingdom of Commagene, which was located in the ancient Near East and was home to people from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds.