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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Antiochus VII Antioch 138 BC - 129 BC
| Silver | 16.7 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos VII Euergetes (138 BC - 129 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138 BC - 129 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.7 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#332509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, holding Nike in outstretched right hand and spear with left hand; at feet, a shield; monogram/A in left field, optional control mark in right field; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
ANTIOXOY
EYEΡΓETOY
Translation: King Antiochus Euergetes
Comment
SC2 2061.4b (image courtesy of © Michael62)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antiochus VII, who was the last king of the Seleucid Empire to issue coins with his own image. This coin, minted during his reign from 138 BC to 129 BC, shows him wearing a royal diadem and a lion's skin, symbolizing his power and connection to the ancient Greek god Dionysus.
