Seleukid Kingdom, Cleopatra Thea & Antiochos VIII, Antioch Mint, AE Circa 125-121 BC, Diademed Head / Owl

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Greek, Seleukid Kingdom, Cleopatra Thea & Antiochos VIII, AE (bronze, 5.8g, 19mm), Antioch Mint, 122-121 BC
Obv: Radiate and diademed head right
Rev: BAĪ£IĪ›IĪ£Ī£HĪ£ KĪ›EOĪ ATPAĪ£ / KAI BAĪ£IĪ›EĪ©Ī£ ANTIOXOĪ„; Owl standing right on overturned amphora, head facing
Ref:Ā  SC 2263; HGC 9, 1189 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: Cleopatra Thea, the daughter of Ptolemy VI of Egypt and the wife of several Seleukid kings, including Antiochos VIII, was a key figure in the political landscape of the Hellenistic world. She played a crucial role in maintaining diplomatic alliances and stabilizing the Seleukid Empire, especially during the conflicts and power struggles that characterized the period. Antiochos VIII, known as Grypos (“hook-nosed”), was one of Cleopatra Thea’s husbands and ruled as co-regent with her. Their joint rule marked a period of relative stability for the Seleukid Empire. Owl were a common symbol associated with Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare. The presence of the owl on the coin may symbolize wisdom, intelligence, and protection.

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