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Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II Nike 96 BC - 80 BC
| Bronze | 4.34 g | 20 mm |
| 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 | 4.34 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#369403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike advancing right, crescent on head, holding wreath and palm
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΤΙΓΡΑΝΟΥ
Translation: King Tigran the Great
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrachalkon - Tigranes II (Nike) coin is that it features an image of the goddess Nike (Victory) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Armenian coinage. This highlights the cultural and religious influences of the time, and the importance of the goddess Nike in Armenian mythology.
