Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochos VII Euergets (Sidetes), AE, Antioch Mint, Dated SE 175 = 138/7 BC, Eros / Isis

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Description

Greek,Ā  Seleukid Kingdom, Antiochos VII Euergets (Sidetes), 138-129 BC, AE (bronze, 6.45g, 19.1mm), Antioch Mint, Dated SE 175 = 138/7 BC
Obv:Ā  Winged bust of Eros right
Rev: Ī’Ī‘Ī£Ī™Ī›Ī•Ī©Ī£ / Ī‘ĪĪ¤Ī™ĪŸĪ§ĪŸY – EYEPĪ“ETOY;Ā  Isis headdress resting on grain ears and inverted crescent; monogram to left; below, star above EOP (date)
Ref: SC 2067.3d; SNG Spaer 1903-5 Rarity/Choice: Common, aEF (lovely bust)
Note: The Seleukid Kingdom was a Hellenistic state established after the death of Alexander the Great. It incorporated elements from Greek, Egyptian, and Near Eastern traditions. The coin depicts Eros, the Greek god of love, with wings, symbolizing his swiftness and connection to the heavens. Additionally, the Isis headdress symbolizes the Egyptian goddess Isis and is associated with fertility and abundance.