Tetradrachm (Frontalgesicht Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) front Tetradrachm (Frontalgesicht Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Tetradrachm (Frontalgesicht Type) (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm Frontalgesicht Type 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 9.94 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
East Noricum (Kingdom of Noricum)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.94 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#190198
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse prancing left; spiral ornament above

Comment

Göbl, TKN pl. 31, 19 (same dies) [78a/150].

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique front-facing portrait of a king, which is unlike most ancient coins that depicted rulers in profile. This design choice was likely made to emphasize the king's authority and power.