© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Soter Seleucia on the Tigris 161 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 16.75 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrios I Soter (161 BC - 150 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.75 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tyche seated left on backless throne supported by wreath bearing Nike, holding sceptre and cornucopia; in outer l. field, HP ligate and palm branch. In exergue, ΣΩΤΗΡ[ΟΣ].
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛE[ΩΣ]
ΔHMHTPIOY
ΣΩΤΗΡ[ΟΣ]
HP
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Demetrius I Soter, who was a prominent king of the Seleucid Empire, on one side, and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency and exchange during the reign of Demetrius I Soter and was widely accepted throughout the empire.
