Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II (biga) (96 BC - 80 BC) front Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II (biga) (96 BC - 80 BC) back
Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II (biga) (96 BC - 80 BC) photo
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Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II biga 96 BC - 80 BC

 
Bronze 3.76 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia)
King
Tigranes II the Great (95 BC - 55 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
96 BC - 80 BC
Value
Tetrachalkon (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.76 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#357564
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Tigranes in biga charging left

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΤΙΓΡΑΝΟΥ

Translation: King Tigranes the Great

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II (biga) coin is that it features an image of a king with a beard, which was a symbol of power and authority in ancient Armenia.