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Tetradrachm - Augustus ETOYΣ ΣΚ NIKHΣ
6 year| Silver | 15.33 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 6 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.33 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tyche of Antioch seated right on rocky outcropping, holding palm branch; below, river-god Orontes swimming right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ETOYΣ ΣΚ NIKHΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Tyche, who was believed to bring fortune and prosperity to the city, on the other. This coin was minted in Antioch, a city in ancient Syria, and was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (6) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Augustus (ETOYΣ ΣΚ NIKHΣ) (6) coin.
