roman-republic-provincial-minted-in-antioch-syria-c-37-31-bce-item
DenominationTetradrachm
Country / EmpireRoman Republic / Provincial (Minted in Antioch, Syria)
Obverse DesignDiademed bust of Cleopatra VII facing right. Legend: ΒΑΣΙΛΙΣΣΑ ΚΛΕΟΠΑΤΡΑ ΘΕΑ ΝΕΩΤΕΡΑ (BASILISSA KLEOPATRA THEA NEOTERA - Queen Cleopatra, the Younger Goddess).
Reverse DesignBare head of Mark Antony facing right. Legend: ΑΝΤΩΝΙΟΣ ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΩΡ ΤΡΙΤΟΝ ΤΡΙΩΝ ΑΝΔΡΩΝ (ANTONIOS AUTOKRATOR TRITON TRION ANDRON - Antony, Imperator for the third time, Triumvir).
Historical Context
This coin was issued during the period of the Second Triumvirate, specifically reflecting the political and personal alliance between Mark Antony and Cleopatra VII. Struck in the eastern provinces under Antony's control, it served as propaganda and currency for their joint rule, particularly after their marriage and the 'Donations of Alexandria.' These coins are significant historical artifacts illustrating the political landscape leading up to the Battle of Actium.
