Seleucid coinage

Seleucid coinage refers to the currency produced by the Seleucid Empire, which existed from 312 to 63 BCE, after Alexander the Great's conquests. The coins were typically made of silver, bronze, and gold, featuring images of rulers, Greek deities, and symbols of power. These coins facilitated trade across the vast empire, which stretched from the eastern Mediterranean to parts of Asia. The design and inscriptions on the coins reflected Hellenistic culture and the empire's political propaganda, helping to unify diverse regions under Seleucid rule. They serve as valuable historical artifacts for understanding the economy and society of the time.