Seleucid Empire Tetradrachm - Antiochus VII, -138 – -129
Antioch
Information
Country
Seleucid Empire
Seleucid Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-138 – -129
Ruler
Antiochos VII Euergetes
(-138–-129)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.7
Diameter (mm)
30
Thickness (mm)
3.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Seleucid Empire. Issued from -138 to -129. Struck in Silver. Measures 30 mm and weighs 16.7 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed head of Antiochus VII facing right.
- Reverse
- Athena standing left, holding Nike in outstretched right hand and spear with left hand; at feet, a shield; monogram over A in left field, Φ in right field; all within wreath. (King Antiochus Euergetes)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (138 BC - 129 BC) | — |
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