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Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Demetrius II Nikator of Syria
The Art Institute of Chicago

Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Demetrius II Nikator of Syria

SilverGreek, minted in Tyre/130-129 BCE, Reign of Demetrius II Nikator of Syria, 145–139 BCE and 129–125 BCE

Description

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

Provenance

Mrs. William Nelson (Helen T.) Pelouze (1866-1953), Chicago; given to the Art Institute of Chicago, 1923.

Dimensions

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

Movement / Period

greek

Accession No

9739

Official Citations

[The Art Institute of Chicago Official Record][Full Resolution Image]
Curatorial Affinity Stream

Continuing the Universe of Greek, minted in Tyre

greek • Tyre • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries

Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Demetrius II Nikator of Syria by Greek, minted in Tyre (130-129 BCE, Reign of Demetrius II Nikator of Syria, 145–139 BCE and 129–125 BCE) | PublicArk | PublicArk