Seleukid Kingdom Antiochus VIII AR Tetradrachm 121-96 BC Zeus Nike Silver Coin
Lot 205 · Consigned by olbiacabinet
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Description
Seleukid Kingdom. Antiochus VIII Epiphanes (121–96 BC).
AR Tetradrachm.
Obv: Diademed head of Antiochus VIII right.
Rev: BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY EΠIΦANOYΣ. Zeus seated left on high-backed throne, holding Nike and sceptre.
Weight: 15.66 g
Diameter: 27 mm
Condition: Good Very Fine with strong detail and attractive overall appearance. Please refer to photos for condition.
A classic Hellenistic issue from the Seleukid Empire, continuing the artistic and monetary traditions established after Alexander the Great.