© Baldwins of St James Ltd
© Baldwins of St James Ltd
Tetradrachm - Seleukos II Kallinikos Teos 246 BC - 225 BC
| Silver | 16.160 g | - |
| 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 | 16.160 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo Delphios, standing left, testing arrow and resting on tripod.
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 ruled the Seleucid Empire from 246 BC to 225 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, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political practices of the Seleucid Empire during this time period.
