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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Demetrios II Nikator Tyre 130 BC - 126 BC
| Silver | 14.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrios II Nikator (129 BC - 126 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130 BC - 126 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#307639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Eagle facing left on prow with monogram ϜΡ between legs at centre; palm frond in background; monogram ΑΠΕ above club with mintmark ΤΥΡ at left; monogram ΑΣ above date (ΔΠΡ, regnal year SE 184) at right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
Α
ΠΕ
ΤΥΡ
ϜΡ
ΑΣ
ΔΠΡ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Demetrios II Nikator, a king of the Seleucid Empire, who ruled from 130 BC to 126 BC. The coin was minted during his reign and was used as a standard circulation coin in the empire. Despite being over 2,000 years old, the coin has survived in good condition and is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists.
