SELEUCID KINGDOM. Demetrius II Nicator, Second Reign (129-125 BC). AR tetradrachm (28mm, 1h).

Description

**Seleucid Kingdom. Demetrius II Nicator, Second Reign (129-125 BC). AR Tetradrachm**

**Detailed Information:**

**Obverse:**
– **Design**: Diademed, beardless, draped bust of Demetrius II right, seen from front.
– **Border**: Dotted.

**Reverse:**
– **Design**: Eagle standing left on prow, palm over right wing.
– **Inscription**: “ΔHMHTPIOY-BAΣIΛEΩΣ”
– **Additional Symbols**: A/PE above club surmounted by TYP monogram to left, AΣY monogram above ΓΠP (date) to right, ΓΠP monogram between legs.

**Specifications:**
– **Weight**: Not specified
– **Diameter**: 28mm
– **Die Axis**: 1h
– **Mint**: Tyre
– **Date**: Seleucid Era Year 184 (129/8 BC)
– **Condition**: NGC Fine, brushed.

**Reference:**
– SC 2195.1b

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This AR Tetradrachm from the reign of Demetrius II Nicator provides a glimpse into the iconography and political symbols of the Seleucid Kingdom during a significant historical period. The detailed depiction of Demetrius II on the obverse and the symbolic eagle on the reverse reflect the artistry and symbolism of the era.