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© CGB
Tetradrachm - Philip I Eagle; Antioch
| Billon | 14.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 14.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#385306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle standing partly left on palm branch, head left, tail right, wreath in beak. SC in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔHMAΡX EΞOYCIAC
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Antioch on the Orontes (Syria) featuring Philip I (Eagle; Antioch) was minted during a time of significant cultural and religious change in the region. The city of Antioch was an important center of trade and commerce, and the coin's design reflects the blending of Greek and Roman influences with local Syrian traditions. The eagle on the coin's obverse (front side) is a symbol of Roman power and authority, while the reverse (back side) features an image of the goddess Tyche, who was revered in Antioch as a protector of the city. This coin is a fascinating example of how different cultures and beliefs came together in the ancient world, and how they continue to shape our understanding of history today.
