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 9.70 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
9.70 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#192442
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse prancing left; spiral ornament above.

Comment

Göbl, TKN pl. 30, 7.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique front-facing portrait of the king, which was a departure from the traditional profile view commonly seen on coins at the time. This design choice was likely intended to emphasize the king's authority and power.