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Tetradrachm - Antiochos III Megas 192 BC - 187 BC
| Silver | 16.9 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos III Megas (223 BC - 187 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 192 BC - 187 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.9 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#430007 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elephant standing right; MH to left, IE to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY
Translation: King Antiochos (III, Megas)
Comment
Uncertain mint 56, in western Asia Minor (possibly Sardes).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin of Antiochos III Megas is that it features the king's portrait with a distinctive elephant's head headdress, which symbolizes his military victories and power.
