Tetrachalkon - Seleukeia Pieria (90 BC - 89 BC) front Tetrachalkon - Seleukeia Pieria (90 BC - 89 BC) back
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Tetrachalkon - Seleukeia Pieria 90 BC - 89 BC

 
Bronze 9.2 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Seleucia Pieria (Syria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
90 BC - 89 BC
Value
Tetrachalkon (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.2 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#64040
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

Zeus enthroned left holding Nike in outstretched right hand and scepter in left.

Lettering:
ΑΝΤΙΟΚΕΩΝ ΤΗΣ ΜΗΤΡΟΠΌΛΕΩΣ
GKS

Translation: Antiochea the Metropolis

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon - Seleukeia Pieria coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Mesopotamian cultural influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Greek goddess, likely Artemis, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Mesopotamian king, possibly Seleucus I Nicator, who founded the Seleucid Empire. This fusion of cultural styles reflects the multicultural nature of the Seleucid Empire, which spanned across much of the ancient Near East and brought together diverse peoples and traditions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (90 BC - 89 BC)  - - - - - -

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