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Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI Phanagoria 107 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 6.21 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates VI (Μιθριδάτης Εὐπάτωρ) (120 BC - 63 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 107 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.21 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#434188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Recumbent stag left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΦΑΝΑΓΟ
ΡΙΤΩΝ
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 194.
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 king's portrait, while the reverse side shows a seated Apollo, a common deity in Greek mythology. This fusion of cultural influences reflects the multicultural nature of the Bosporan Kingdom, which was located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (107 BC - 100 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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