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Tetradrachm - Demetrios II Nikator Sidon 185 128 BC
185 (128 BC) year| Silver | 16.45 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrios II Nikator (145 BC - 138 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 185 (128 BC) |
| Calendar | Seleucid era |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.45 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424082 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus Nikephoros seated left, holding sceptre; ΣI below throne, EΠP (date) and monogram in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
ΔHMHTPIOY
ΘΕΟΥ
NIKATOPOΣ
ΣΙ ΕΠΡ
Translation: King Demetrios (II) Theos Nikator
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Demetrios II Nikator, a king of the Seleucid Empire, who ruled from 129 BC to 126 BC. Despite his short reign, he was able to issue a number of coins, including this tetradrachm, which was used as a standard circulation coin during his time. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and political influences of the Seleucid Empire during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 (128 BC) EΠP | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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