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Tetradrachm - Aineas 90 BC - 60 BC
| Silver | 15.95 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch ad Meandrum (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90 BC - 60 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.95 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#400346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zebu bull standing left, head facing; all within maeander pattern with pilei of the Dioskouroi placed upon at 12 o'clock.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ANTIOXEΩN
AINEAΣ
Comment
Thonemann 2019, Group A, 5; BMC Caria, 1 and pl. III, 3.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Aineas, a legendary hero of the Trojan War, while the reverse depicts the goddess Athena standing left, holding a spear and a shield. The coin's design reflects the cultural and historical significance of the region where it was minted, as well as the importance of Aineas as a legendary figure in ancient Greek mythology.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (90 BC - 60 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Aineas (90 BC - 60 BC) coin.
