Antioch on the Orontes Tetradrachm - Philippus I, 244 – 249

Antioch

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Antioch on the Orontes Antioch on the Orontes
Currency Drachm
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Tetradrachm
Year 244 – 249
Ruler Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244–249)
Composition Billon
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 10.97
Diameter (mm) 25.5
Thickness (mm) 3
Demonetized Yes

Description

Tetradrachm from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 244 to 249. Struck in Billon. Measures 25.5 mm and weighs 10.97 g.

Obverse
Laureate and radiated bust right
Reverse
Eagle, head left and tail right, standing on palm

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (244-249)  — Antioch

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