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Tetradrachm - Antiochos VIII Grypos Ake-Ptolemais 125 BC - 96 BC
| Silver | 16.5 g | 30.0 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos VIII Grypos (125 BC - 96 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 96 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#194198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus Uranius, nude, standing left, holding star and resting on scepter.
M Monogram in left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒAΣΙΛEΩΣ
ΑNTIOXOY
EΠIΦANOYΣ
Translation: King Antiochos (VIII, Gryphos) Epiphanes
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antiochos VIII Grypos, who was a Seleucid emperor who ruled over a vast territory that included parts of modern-day Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, and Jordan. Despite his powerful position, he was known for his humility and was nicknamed "Grypos," which means "hook-nose" in Greek. This coin was minted during his reign and is a testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of the Seleucid Empire during that time.
