Amisos Tetrachalkon - Mithridates VI, -85 – -65
Information
Country
Amisos
Amisos
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetrachalkon
Year
-85 – -65
Ruler
Mithridates VI (Μιθριδάτης Εὐπάτωρ)
(-120–-63)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.7
Diameter (mm)
20
Thickness (mm)
3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetrachalkon from Amisos. Issued from -85 to -65. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20 mm and weighs 8.7 g.
- Obverse
- Bearded head of Zeus right, laureate.
- Reverse
- Eagle standing left on thunderbolt, head right, wings outstretched; inscription in exergue; monogram in left field. (Amisos)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (85 BC - 65 BC) | — |
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