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© Leu Numismatik
Tetrachalkon - Artavasdes II Nike 35 BC - 34 BC
| Bronze | 5.32 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Artavasdes II (55 BC - 34 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 35 BC - 34 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.32 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#354605 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Nike advancing left
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩN APTAYAZΔOY
Unabridged legend: Βασιλεωσ Βασιλεων Αρταυαζδου
Translation: King of Kings Artavasdes
Comment
Similar to Kovacs#166, however it lacks a year mark, while the reverse image of Nike doesn't hold a wreath.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon - Artavasdes II (Nike) coin is that it features the image of the goddess Nike (Victory) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Armenian coinage. This highlights the cultural and religious influences of the time and reflects the importance of the goddess Nike in Armenian mythology.
