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Tetradrachm - Seleukos II Kallinikos Antioch on the Orontes 244 BC - 232 BC
| Silver | 16.79 g | 25 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 - 232 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.79 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo Delphios standing left, leaning on tripod to right and testing arrow; monogram to outer left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΣEΛΕΥΚΟΥ
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 reforms. The coin's design, which includes the king's portrait and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time and provides valuable insights into the history of the Seleucid Empire.
