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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Alexander I Balas Ake-Ptolemais 152 BC - 145 BC
| Silver | 17.01 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander I Balas (150 BC - 145 BC) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 152 BC - 145 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.01 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#180791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on throne, holding long scepter with his left hand and, in his right, a facing figure of Nike holding a thunderbolt
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ ΘΕΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander I Balas, who was a Seleucid king who ruled from 152 BC to 145 BC. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to maintain the empire's territorial integrity. The coin's design likely reflects the importance of his reign and the influence of Greek culture on the Seleucid Empire.
