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Help With Iding A Greek Coin

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Hey guys, I was wondering if I could get your opinion on this coin. I'm not used to seeing 'pock marks' in greek coins, but is this normal? Also, I see a lightning bolt, but I don't know which side on the observe is "up" lol. ANything helpful would be appreciated. Thanks.


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Likely Antiochos IX, Seleukid Kingdom.
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Thanks Bob! Yes, the text seems to match this one. Although some is hard to see.

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That's a nice example, pity the bust side isn't as clear.

I don't think it can be anyone but Antiochus IX, as this legend is seemingly unique to him (ΒΑΣΙΛΕΟΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΣ [Φ]ΙΛΟΠΑΤ[ΟΡΟΣ] (King Antiochos Philopater)). Antiochus X also called himself Philopater, but his coinage always bears his other title of Eusebes immediately before this.
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