Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI (85 BC - 65 BC) front Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI (85 BC - 65 BC) back
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Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI 85 BC - 65 BC

 
Bronze 8.7 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Amisos (Pontos)
King
Mithridates VI (Μιθριδάτης Εὐπάτωρ) (120 BC - 63 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
85 BC - 65 BC
Value
Tetrachalkon (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8.7 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#315928
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Eagle standing left on thunderbolt, head right, wings outstretched; inscription in exergue; monogram in left field.

Script: Greek

Lettering: AMIΣΟΥ

Translation: Amisos

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, demonstrating the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Hellenistic period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (85 BC - 65 BC)  - - - - - -

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