© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm - Achaios Usurper Sardes 220 BC - 214 BC
| Silver | 16.74 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Achaios (220 BC - 214 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220 BC - 214 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.74 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Alkidemos advancing left, brandishing spear with her right hand and holding shield on her left arm; to lower left, head of a horse to left; to outer right, monogram of ΠA.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ AXAIOY
ΠA
Translation: The king Achaios
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Achaios, who was a usurper of the Seleucid Empire throne, on one side, and an image of Zeus on the other. Despite being a usurper, Achaios was able to mint coins in his name, indicating that he had some level of support or recognition within the empire. This coin is a rare example of a coin minted by a usurper during this time period, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.
