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Tetradrachm - Menandros 90 BC - 60 BC
| Silver | 16.0 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch ad Meandrum (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90 BC - 60 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.0 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#147329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zebu bull standing left, head facing. Name of the city above and name of the magistrate in exergue. All within maeander pattern border.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ANTIOXEΩN
MENANΔPOΣ
Comment
Thonemann 2019, Group A, 4.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Menandros coin features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of Menandros, the ruler of the Seleucid Empire, while the reverse side features an image of the god Apollo, who was revered by both Greeks and Persians. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the region and the multicultural nature of the Seleucid Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (90 BC - 60 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Menandros (90 BC - 60 BC) coin.
