Tetrachalkon - Tigranes I (Cornucopia) (121 BC - 96 BC) front Tetrachalkon - Tigranes I (Cornucopia) (121 BC - 96 BC) back
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Tetrachalkon - Tigranes I Cornucopia 121 BC - 96 BC

 
Bronze 3.01 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia)
King
Tigranes I (123 BC - 95 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
121 BC - 96 BC
Value
Tetrachalkon (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.01 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#369283
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cornucopia with grape cluster

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΤΙΓΡΑΝΟΥ

Translation: King Tigranes the Great

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon - Tigranes I (Cornucopia) coin is that it features an image of a cornucopia, which symbolizes abundance and prosperity, on its reverse side. This design choice reflects the wealth and prosperity that the Kingdom of Armenia experienced during Tigranes I's reign.