Antiochus VII Denomination B Sco, Isis reverse
HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a · 138 BC-137 BC · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
Winged bust of Eros right
Reverse
BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY EYEPΓETOY
Isis headdress resting on two grain ears with stems crossed above inverted crescent
About This Type
This HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a is a denomination b sco of Antiochus VII (138 BC-137 BC), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Isis headdress resting on two grain ears with stems crossed above inverted crescent. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 7.02g, 20mm diameter.
About the Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a?
- HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a is a Bronze Denomination B Sco of Antiochus VII (138 BC-137 BC) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under Houghton no. Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a.
- How do you identify HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a?
- The obverse depicts Winged bust of Eros right. The reverse depicts Isis headdress resting on two grain ears with stems crossed above inverted crescent with the inscription BAΣΙΛΕΩΣ ANTIOXOY EYEPΓETOY.
- What are the physical specifications of HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a?
- HOUGHTON Seleucid Coins (part 2) 2067.3a was struck in Bronze, standard weight 7.02g, diameter 20mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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