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Tetradrachm - Antiochos, Karaichos and Egemo... 131 BC - 130 BC
| Silver | 16.79 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Athens (Attica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 131 BC - 130 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.79 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#431112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing, on amphora; A-ӨE above ANTI-OXO/ KAPA/IXOΣ/ HΓH/MΩ (magistrates’ names) in four lines across field; to right, elephant standing right; Λ on amphora, ME below; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
A ӨE
ANTI OXO
KAPA
IXOΣ
HΓH
MΩ
Λ
ME
Comment
Svoronos, Monnaies, pl. 44, 25.
Antiochos, Karaichos and Egemo… magistrates.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of three portraits on one side, depicting Antiochos, Karaichos, and Egemo, who were likely prominent figures in ancient Athens. This triadic portraiture is a distinctive feature of this coin and sets it apart from other coins of the time.
