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© Cologne Coin Cabinet
Tetradrachm - Alexander II Zabinas 128 BC - 122 BC
| Silver | 16.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander II Zabinas (128 BC - 123 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 128 BC - 122 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#429371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus Nikephoros enthroned with sceptre left, outside left and under the throne monograms.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: King Alexander (II, Zabinas)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander II Zabinas, who was a usurper king of the Seleucid Empire, on one side, and an image of Zeus on the other. Despite being a usurper, Zabinas was able to maintain control of the empire for a significant period of time, and his coinage is a testament to his influence and power during that time.
