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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Seleukos II Kallinikos Teos 246 BC - 225 BC
| Silver | 16.55 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos II Kallinikos (246 BC - 225 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246 BC - 225 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.55 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo standing left, testing arrow and resting elbow on tall tripod to right; palm frond to inner left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΣΕΛΕΥΚΟΥ
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 246 BC. He was known for his military campaigns against the Ptolemaic Kingdom and his efforts to maintain the empire's territorial integrity. The coin's design, which includes the king's image and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and political influences of the time.
