Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochos IX Eusebes Philopator (Cyzicenos), AE Circa 114-95 BC, Zeus / Tyche Standing – RR

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Greek, Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochos IX Eusebes Philopator (Cyzicenos), AE (bronze, 5.62g, 15mm), Circa 114-95 BC
Obv: Diademed head of Zeus to right
Rev: Tyche standing to left, holding rudder and cornucopiae; Ī’Ī‘Ī£Ī™Ī›Ī•Ī©Ī£ Ī‘ĪĪ¤Ī™ĪŸĪ§ĪŸĪ„ downward on right, Ī¦Ī™Ī›ĪŸĪ Ī‘Ī¤ĪŸĪ”ĪŸĪ£ downward on left
Ref: HGC 9, 1260 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF (nice dark brown patination)
Note: Antiochos IX Eusebes Philopator, also known as Antiochus IX Cyzicenus, was a ruler of the Seleucid Empire, one of the successor states to Alexander the Great’s empire. He reigned during a period of significant instability in the Seleucid Empire, late the 2nd century BC. The epithet “Eusebes Philopator” translates to “Pious Father-Loving.” It was common for Hellenistic rulers to adopt such epithets to reinforce their legitimacy and the loyalty of their subjects. Antiochus IX Cyzicenus is also associated with coinage, as many rulers of the time were. Seleucid coinage often featured the ruler’s portrait, along with symbols of power and authority. Coins minted during his reign serve as important historical artifacts, providing insights into the politics, economy, and art of the period.

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