Tigranes II The Great

ANRO-1455

Obverse: Head of Tigranes right, wearing diadem (derived from his tetradrachms).
Reverse: Blank.
Specifications: 70mm, 63.01 g
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Image shown: CNG e474 Lot 569 Ex Professor Asbed Donabedian Collection (1923-1993)

This medal pays homage to Tigranes II The Great, an iconic Armenian king who ruled from 95-56 BC and is remembered as one of the most distinguished figures in Armenian history. Under his reign, the Kingdom of Armenia reached its zenith, expanding its territories and becoming a dominant regional power. Tigranes' accomplishments include forging alliances, implementing military and administrative reforms, and fostering economic growth through the establishment of the new capital, Tigranocerta.