Tetradrachm - Antiochos VII Sidetes (Tyre) (131 BC - 130 BC) front Tetradrachm - Antiochos VII Sidetes (Tyre) (131 BC - 130 BC) back
Tetradrachm - Antiochos VII Sidetes (Tyre) (131 BC - 130 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm - Antiochos VII Sidetes Tyre 131 BC - 130 BC

 
Silver 16.72 g 31.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC))
King
Antiochos VII Euergetes (138 BC - 129 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
131 BC - 130 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.72 g
Diameter
31.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186933
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Athena standing left, holding Nike in her right hand and resting her left on a shield; behind, spear; to left, club surmounted by monogram and flanked by IEP and AΣY. In exergue, date ΒΠP and monogram

Script: Greek

Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY EYEPΓETOY
IEP
AΣY

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antiochos VII Sidetes, who was a powerful and influential ruler of the Seleucid Empire during his reign from 131 BC to 130 BC. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the empire's power and prosperity. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of the king and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and artistic traditions of the Seleucid Empire during this time period.