Antioch on the Orontes Tetradrachm - Philippus I, 248 – 249
ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ΕΞΟΥСΙΑС ΥΠΑ ΤΟ Δ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΙΑ SC; Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
248 – 249
Ruler
Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus)
(244–249)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12.19
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 248 to 249. Struck in Silver. Measures 28 mm and weighs 12.19 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip I, right, seen from front, sometimes with left arm of cuirass raised
- Reverse
- Eagle standing left, spreading wings, holding wreath in beak
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (248-249) | — | Antioch, Syria |
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