Ancient Babylonian Siolver Coin Lion
DocuJewel® 39260.3
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Babylonian Silver “Lion stater” of Seleukos I Nikator, minted at Babylon. These coins are also catalogued as double shekels or tetradrachms.
- Front—seated figure: Baal, seated facing left on a backless throne, holding a long sceptre. The head and upper body on yours are heavily worn, but the throne and legs remain recognizable.
- Back—lion: A lion walking left, with its tail curled upward. The object above its back is a horizontal anchor, the distinctive emblem associated with Seleukos and his dynasty. This is the strongest identifying feature.
Seleucid
Selcukos I
Metal: Silver
Circa: 311-305 BCE
Measurements:
21mm Diameter 5mm Depth
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Babylonian Silver “Lion stater” of Seleukos I Nikator, minted at Babylon. These coins are also catalogued as double shekels or tetradrachms.
- Front—seated figure: Baal, seated facing left on a backless throne, holding a long sceptre. The head and upper body on yours are heavily worn, but the throne and legs remain recognizable.
- Back—lion: A lion walking left, with its tail curled upward. The object above its back is a horizontal anchor, the distinctive emblem associated with Seleukos and his dynasty. This is the strongest identifying feature.
Seleucid
Selcukos I
Metal: Silver
Circa: 311-305 BCE
Measurements:
21mm Diameter 5mm Depth