© Leu Numismatik
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Tetrachalkon - Artaxias II Nike 34 BC
34 BC year| Bronze | 6.67 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Artaxias II (33 BC - 20 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 34 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.67 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#337488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike standing left, holding wreath in right hand, dividing vertical lettering.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ BAΣIΛEΩN APTAZA
Unabridged legend: Βασιλέως βασιλέων Αρταζα
Translation: Artaxia, king of the kings
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon - Artaxias 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 the importance of the goddess Nike in Armenian mythology.
