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Tetradrachm - Demetrios I Soter Antioch on the Orontes; rare monogram 162 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 16.80 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrios I Soter (161 BC - 150 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 162 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.80 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425255 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tyche seated left on a throne supported by a winged tritoness, holding a short sceptre and cornucopiae; monogram to outer left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΔHMHTPIOY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare monogram of Demetrios I Soter, which sets it apart from other coins of the same era and makes it highly sought after by collectors.
