Kingdom of Armenia Dichalkon - Tigranes II, -80 – -68
Herakles
Information
Country
Kingdom of Armenia
Kingdom of Armenia
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-80 – -68
Ruler
Tigranes II the Great
(-95–-55)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.32
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Kingdom of Armenia. Issued from -80 to -68. Struck in Bronze. Measures 17 mm and weighs 6.32 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Tigranes II right draped, wearing five-pointed tiara decorated with a star between two eagles, tied with a diadem.
- Reverse
- Herakles standing left with lion skin over left arm, right hand resting on club; dividing lettering. Control-marks A and monogram (TP) in fields. (Tigranes, king of the kings)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (80 BC - 68 BC) | — |
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