Antiochus I B8, Nike reverse
HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a · 280 BC-261 BC · Sardes
Obverse
Reverse
Archäologisches Museum der Universität Münster
Obverse
Facing bust of Athena in triple-crested helmet
Reverse
BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY
Nike standing left, holding wreath and palm branch
About This Type
This HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a is a b8 of Antiochus I (280 BC-261 BC), struck at the Sardes mint. The reverse depicts Nike standing left, holding wreath and palm branch. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.49g, 14mm diameter.
About the Sardes Mint
Sardes (modern Sart, Turkey) was an ancient Lydian mint, traditionally credited as the place where coinage was invented. It continued as a Roman provincial and imperial mint.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a?
- HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a is a Bronze B8 of Antiochus I (280 BC-261 BC) struck at the Sardes mint cataloged under Houghton no. Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a.
- How do you identify HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a?
- The obverse depicts Facing bust of Athena in triple-crested helmet. The reverse depicts Nike standing left, holding wreath and palm branch with the inscription BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY.
- What are the physical specifications of HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a?
- HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 1) 315a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.49g, diameter 14mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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