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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm - Seleukos II Kallinikos Antioch on the Orontes 244 BC - 226 BC
| Silver | 16.87 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos II Kallinikos (246 BC - 225 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244 BC - 226 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.87 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo standing to left, testing arrow and leaning on tall tripod; BAΣIΛEΩΣ to right, ΣEΛEYKOY to left, monograms to inner left and outer right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣEΛEYKOY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Seleucus II Callinicus, who was the son of Antiochus II and Laodice II, and succeeded his father as the ruler of the Seleucid Empire in 244 BC. Despite his young age at the time of his ascension, Seleucus II proved to be a capable and ambitious leader, who expanded the empire's territories and strengthened its economy through various military campaigns and reforms. The coin's design, which includes the king's portrait and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and religious influences of the Seleucid Empire during his reign.
