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Drachm - Archelaus Caesarea
| Silver | 3.55 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Cappadokia |
|---|---|
| King | Archelaus (36 BC - 17 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 5-6 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.55 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Club; around, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΧΕΛΑΟΥ ΦΙΛΟΠΑΤΡΙΔΟΣ ΤΟΥ ΚΤΙΣΤΟΥ; in field, M - A (date).
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΧΕΛΑΟΥ ΦΙΛΟΠΑΤΡΙΔΟΣ ΤΟΥ ΚΤΙΣΤΟΥ
Μ Α
Comment
Simonetta (1977), p. 46, 4.
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Archelaus (Caesarea) (5-6) coin from Kings of Cappadokia, made of Silver weighing 3.55g, features an image of Archelaus, the king of Cappadocia, on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Archelaus' reign from 5-6 AD and was used as a standard circulation coin in the kingdom. It's interesting to note that the coin's design and imagery reflect the blending of Greek and Persian cultures, which was a characteristic of the Cappadocian kingdom during that time period.
