Seleucid Kingdom, c. 95-75 BC, GREEK COINAGE, AR Tetradrachm, NGC VF
AUTHENTICITY
GUARANTEED
Industry
Expertise
World-Class
Storage
Buy Back
Guarantee
Features of the Seleucid Kingdom, c. 95-75 BC, GREEK COINAGE, AR Tetradrachm, NGC VF:
- Denomination: Tetradrachm
- Metal: Silver
- Coinage Period: c. 95-75 B.C.
- Obverse: Diademed head right
- Reverse: Zues seated left
Philip I Philadelphus was a Hellenistic ruler of the Seleucid Empire (mondern day Syria), reigning from 95-75 B.C. He was a lesser-known monarch in the expansive Seleucid dynasty. His epithet "Philadelphus" means "brother-loving" in Greek. During his reign, the Empire was in decline, facing both internal conflict and external threats. Though his direct impact on the Empire's history was limited, he represents the later phases of the Hellenistic era, when once-great empires began to fragment and give way to emerging powers like Rome. Information about his reign is limited, overshadowed by the other prominent Hellenistic figures. Nevertheless, his coinage stands as a testament to the artistic and cultural ideals of the time, preserving Hellenistic traditions even amidst political instability.
Coin Series | Ancient Coins |
---|---|
Metal Type | Silver |
Mordern Or Historical | Modern |
Grade | VF |
Grade Service | NGC |
Year | N/A |
Certified | Investment Grade |