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Tetradrachm - Seleukos IV Philopator Antioch on the Orontes 187 BC - 175 BC
| Silver | 17.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos IV Philopator (187 BC - 175 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 187 BC - 175 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo seated left on omphalos, holding two arrows in his right hand and resting his left on grounded bow; to outer left, filleted palm branch above wreath; in exergue, monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΣΕΛYKOY
Translation: King Seleukos (IV, Philopater)
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Seleukos IV Philopator, who was the son of Antiochus III the Great and succeeded his father as the ruler of the Seleucid Empire. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the empire's economy. The coin's design, which includes the image of Seleukos IV and various gods and goddesses, reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time.
