Kings of Armenia, Tigranes II ‘the Great’, AE Tetrachalkon, Circa 80-68 BC

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Greek, Kings of Armenia, Tigranes II ‘the Great’, AE Tetrachalkon (bronze, 6.09g, 20.8mm),  Circa 80-68 BC
Obv: Draped bust to right, wearing five-pointed Armenian tiara decorated with star between two eagles
Rev: Traces BAΣIΛEΩΣ – BAΣIΛEΩN / TIΓP]ANOY; The Tyche of Tigranokerta seated to right on rock, holding palm branch in her right hand; below, river-god Araxes swimming right
Ref: Kovacs 77 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: Tigranes II, known as ‘the Great’, was one of the most influential rulers of ancient Armenia. His reign marked a period of significant expansion and prosperity for the Armenian kingdom. Rising to power in 95 BC, Tigranes quickly established himself as a formidable leader, extending Armenian control over vast territories, including parts of modern-day Syria and Mesopotamia. He formed strategic alliances, notably marrying Cleopatra, daughter of Ptolemy IX of Egypt, strengthening ties with the powerful Ptolemaic dynasty. Tigranes’ military campaigns brought him into conflict with the Roman Republic, culminating in a disastrous defeat against Roman general Lucullus in 69 BC. Despite setbacks, Tigranes’ legacy as a visionary leader who elevated Armenia’s status in the ancient world endures.

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