© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Antiochos IX Kyzikenos Taurus 114 BC - 112 BC
| Silver | 16.43 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos IX Kyzikenos (114 BC - 96 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114 BC - 112 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.43 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#433082 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sandan standing right on back of horned lion-griffin standing right upon garlanded altar with baldachin; two monograms to outer left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY ΦIΛOΠATOPOΣ
Translation: King Antiochos Philopator
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the king's portrait, while the reverse side features the god Apollo, who was revered by both Greeks and Persians. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the Seleucid Empire, which was founded by a Greek general but eventually came to encompass a vast territory that stretched from the Mediterranean to the Indus River.
