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Tetradrachm - Cleopatra VII and Mark Antony Antioch 36 BC
36 BC year| Silver (> 20% copper) | 13.74 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 36 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver (> 20% copper) |
| Weight | 13.74 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#375972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bare head of Marc Antony right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΝΤWΝΙΟϹ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤWΡ ΤΡΙΤΟΝ ΤΡΙWΝ ΑΝΔΡWΝ
Comment
This exact mint and context of the issue of this coin is uncertain. Therefore, it may also be considered an issue of the Ptolemaic Empire.The translation of the reverse legend is uncertain. "Νɛwτɛρα" could refer to "the new goddess", "the younger queen", "Cleopatra junior", or it could be an alternative name of goddess Demeter. For a full review of the theories, see Theodore V. Buttrey, Jr.; 1954. "Thea Neotera on coins of Antony and Cleopatra". Museum Notes (American Numismatic Society), Volume 6, pages 95-109 and Arthur Darby Nock; 1953. "Neotera, queen or goddess ?". Aegyptus, Anno 33, Number 2, pages 283-296.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of both Cleopatra VII and Mark Antony, which is unusual for ancient coins as they typically only featured the image of a single ruler. This coin was minted during the time of their political and romantic alliance, and it symbolizes the powerful bond between the two leaders.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-36) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Cleopatra VII and Mark Antony (Antioch) (36 BC) coin.
