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Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI 100 BC - 85 BC
| Bronze | 8 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Amisos (Pontos) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates VI (Μιθριδάτης Εὐπάτωρ) (120 BC - 63 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 85 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#336753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Sword in its upright scabbard with shoulder strap, dividing lettering; at top left, eight-rayed star on crescent; at bottom left, monogram in left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AMI ΣOY
Translation: Amisos
Comment
Other references: Kabadüz# 96; Samsun# 70-4; Köker# 21-22.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of Mithridates VI, while the reverse side features an image of the goddess Athena, both symbols of the Greek and Persian cultures. This blending of designs reflects the cultural diversity of the Pontos region, where the coin was minted, and highlights the complex cultural exchange that occurred during the reign of Mithridates VI.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (100 BC - 85 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI (100 BC - 85 BC) coin.
