Antioch on the Orontes Tetradrachm - Geta, 205 – 207
YΠΑΤΟC·ΤΟ·Α·; Antioch, Syria
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
205 – 207
Ruler
Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla)
(198–217)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 205 to 207. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 12.3 g.
- Obverse
- Bareheaded and draped bust of Geta right, seen from front
- Reverse
- Eagle standing facing on leg and thigh of sacrificial animal, head right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (205-207) | — | Antioch, Syria |
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