Coins were widely distributed in ancient cultures. This made them an ideal propaganda tool for rulers to present themselves and the message they wanted to communicate. They are an important symbol of power and are full of symbolism. Silver pendant enclosing an authentic ancient coin, set in a new silver pendant with decorated border. Coin: silver Tetradrachm, Seleucid Kingdom, King Antioch VII Euergetes Sidetes. Antioch ad Orontem mint, 138-129 BC. Obverse: Diademed head right. Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY EYEΡΓETOY to right and left of Athena standing left, holding Nike and spear, resting left hand on a shield at her side. AΦ monogram over A in left field, Φ in right field, all within wreath. Diameter: ± 35 mm Ref: BMC 26 Weight: ± 19,23 g Antiochus VII Euergetes, also known als Antiochus the Pious was ruler of the Hellenistic Seleucid Empire from 138-129 BC. The Empire roughly emcompassed southern Turkey, Syria, Iran and Iraq and was a major center of Hellenistic culture. After reuniting his country he ruled as king of the Seleucid state and successfully recovered much of his forefathers’ territory before he was slain by the Parthians. He is considered to be the last great Seleucid king. BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY EYEΡΓETOY = of King Antiochus, Benefactor Good condition and detail. VF, wearable (new silver frame with bail). The coin shows signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images. Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format). Important: Due to new custom regulations we can no longer ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding.