Antioch on the Orontes Tetradrachm - Vespasianus, 69 – 70
Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
69 – 70
Ruler
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus)
(69–79)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13.51
Diameter (mm)
27
Thickness (mm)
3.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 69 to 70. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 13.51 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Vespasian laureate on the right
- Reverse
- Eagle standing left, wings spread, head to the left, holding a crown in the beak. On the left a palm.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (69-70) | — | Antioch |
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