Tetradrachm: Head of Antiochos VIII (obverse)

112–110 BC

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Title: Tetradrachm: Head of Antiochos VIII (obverse)
Date Created: 112–110 BC
Physical Dimensions: Diameter: 2.9 cm (1 1/8 in.)
Type: Coins
Rights: CC0
External Link: https://clevelandart.org/art/1916.974.a
Medium: silver
Fun Fact: The coins of Antiochos VIII are distinguished by his extremely hooked nose and pudgy face.
Department: Greek and Roman Art
Culture: Greek, Seleukid, minted at Antioch (Syria), reign of Antiochos VIII
Credit Line: Gift of J. H. Wade
Collection: GR - Greek
Accession Number: 1916.974.a

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