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Tetradrachm - Gotarzes II Seleucia
49 (40-51) years| Billon | 11.40 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Gotarzes II (40-51) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 49 (40-51) |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 11.40 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#28306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
King seated right on throne; Tyche standing left before him, presenting diadem and holding cornucopiae.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BACIΛEWC BACIΛEWN / APCAKOY EYEPΓETOY / ΔIKAIOY / EΠIΦANOYC ΦIΛEΛΛHNOC
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gotarzes II, who was a king of the Parthian Empire, on one side, and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Gotarzes II's reign, which lasted from 40 to 51 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the empire. The use of Athena's image on the coin highlights the cultural exchange and influence of Greek culture on the Parthian Empire during that time.
