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Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Demetrius II Nikator of Syria

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Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Demetrius II Nikator of Syria

Greek, minted in Tyre

Created 130-129 BCE, Reign of Demetrius II Nikator of Syria, 145–139 BCE and 129–125 BCE

Curatorial Overview

“The front of this coin portrays Demetrios II Nikator of Syria. On the back an eagle stands, facing left.”

Object Details

MediumSilver

DimensionsDiam.: 2.6 cm (1 1/16 in.)

Archive / MuseumThe Art Institute of Chicago

Credit LineGift of Mrs. William Nelson Pelouze

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Continuing the Universe of Greek, minted in Tyre

greek • Tyre • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries

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