Tigranes II ‘the Great’ (95-56 BC) Æ Tetrachalkon
Description
Obverse: Depicts a diademed and draped bust of Tigranes II facing right, wearing a tiara. The tiara symbolizes his royal authority and divine legitimacy as the ruler of the Armenian Empire.
Reverse: Inscription "BAΣIΛEΩΣ BAΣIΛEΩN TIΓPANOY" (King of Kings, Tigranes), emphasizing his supreme power. The central image features a cornucopia filled with fruits and bound with a fillet, representing prosperity and abundance under his rule.
This particular coin also bears a stamp of the 12th Legion, further enhancing its historical significance and linking it to the presence and influence of Roman military forces in the region.
Tigranes II, known as Tigranes the Great, was one of the most influential Armenian kings, expanding the kingdom to its greatest extent and rivaling Rome and Parthia. This coin is a significant piece of ancient Armenian history and a testament to Tigranes' legacy as a powerful ruler.