Tetradrachm: Head of Antiochos V (obverse)

164–162 BC

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Title: Tetradrachm: Head of Antiochos V (obverse)
Date Created: 164–162 BC
Physical Dimensions: Diameter: 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.)
Type: Coins
Rights: CC0
External Link: https://clevelandart.org/art/1916.975.a
Medium: silver
Fun Fact: Antiochos V’s boyish portrait reflects his accession to the Seleucid throne at 9 years of age.
Department: Greek and Roman Art
Culture: Greek, Seleukid, minted at Antioch (Syria), reign of Antiochos V
Credit Line: Gift of J. H. Wade
Collection: GR - Greek
Accession Number: 1916.975.a

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