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Cleopatra VII Coins

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Seleucia, Antiochos IV - Ancient Greek Coins

Seleucia was an ancient Greek city located on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. The city was named after Seleucus I Nicator, one of Alexander the Great's generals who founded the Seleucid Empire. Seleucia became an important center of Hellenistic culture and commerce. Antiochos IV was a Seleucid king who ruled from 175 to 164 BC. He is k...

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Coin of Hasmoneans Alexander Jannaeus

Prutah of Hasmoneans Alexander Jannaeus. Scarce Prutah of Hasmoneans Alexander Jannaeus. 103-76 BC, Yehonatan the King. Obverse side: Lily surrounded by Hebrew inscription (Yehonatan the King). Reverse side: Inverted anchor within circle and Greek inscription ALEXANDROU BASILEWS (Alexander the king). Reference: Hendin 467....

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Seleucid Empire 185 BC

The Seleucid Empire in 185 BC was facing a period of decline and instability. Once a powerful Hellenistic state encompassing regions from modern-day Turkey to Pakistan, internal strife and external pressures were weakening its grip. Following the death of Antiochus III, his son Antiochus IV Epiphanes ascended to the throne. His reign was marked by...

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Alexander the Great Staters

Alexander the Great staters were ancient Greek coins that were minted during the reign of Alexander the Great. These silver coins were widely used in trade and became a symbol of the vast empire he had established. The obverse side of the coin typically featured a portrait of Alexander wearing the lion skin headdress of Hercules, while the reverse...

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Demetrius I Poliorcetes Coin

Kings of Macedon Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294-288 B.C.) Silver Tetradrachm Coin Weight 16.8 g. Diameter: 29 mm. Obverse: Diademed and horned head of the Macedonian king Demetrios I Poliorctes, son of one of the most capable Alexander's generals Antigonus I "the one-eyed", right. Reverse: BA�UI�NE�[�U �GHMHTPIOY, Nude Poseidon standing left with ri...

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Ptolemy IV Coin

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Ptolemy X Coin

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Seleucid Kingdom Greek Coins

The Seleucid Kingdom was a Hellenistic state that existed from 312 BC to 63 BC. One of the notable aspects of the Seleucid Kingdom was its coinage. The Seleucid coins were a blend of Greek and local influences, reflecting the diverse nature of the kingdom. The Seleucid coins typically featured the portrait of the ruling king on the obverse side, o...

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Antiochus VI Coin

Antiochus VI Dionysus was a Seleucid ruler who reigned briefly from 145 to 142 BC. During his time as king, he issued coins that are now considered rare and valuable artifacts. These coins typically feature his portrait on the obverse side, often depicted with a diadem, a symbol of kingship. On the reverse side of the coins, various symbols and ins...

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