© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Drachm - Ariarathes I Gaziura 331 BC - 322 BC
| Silver | 5.65 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Cappadokia |
|---|---|
| Prince | Ariarathes I (331 BC - 322 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 331 BC - 322 BC |
| Value | Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#357907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Griffin attacking stag kneeling left.
Script: Aramaic
Translation: Ariorath
Comment
Babelon, Perses 388; SNG Copenhagen -; Traité II 669.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Ariarathes I (Gaziura) (331 BC - 322 BC) from Kings of Cappadokia made of Silver weighing 5.65 g is that it features an image of the king, Ariarathes I, on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and trade during the reign of Ariarathes I and was an important part of the ancient Cappadocian economy.
