Attambelos II of Characene
1st century BC king of Characene
About Attambelos II of Characene
Lived 100 BC – 100.
Kingdom of Characene.Attambelos II was a king of Characene, a Parthian vassal state and important trading port on the Persian Gulf. His rule was from 17/16 to 9/8BC.
He is known only from his coins, which have been found as far away as Susa and on Failaka Island in the Persian Gulf. His Tetradrachms have a low silver content and like almost all Characene coinage show the kings likeness on the front and Heracles on the reverse.
His bronze coins show a Nike on the reverse.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Attambelos II of Characene?
1st century BC king of Characene
When was Attambelos II of Characene born?
Attambelos II of Characene was born in 100 BC.
When did Attambelos II of Characene die?
Attambelos II of Characene died in 100.
What nationality was Attambelos II of Characene?
Attambelos II of Characene's recorded nationality: Characene.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Attambelos II of Characene
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