© David Mikeladze
© David Mikeladze
Drachm - Aristarchus 52 BC - 51 BC
| Silver | 3.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Colchis (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 52 BC - 51 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.26 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Draped female fi gure enthroned wearing mural crown and resting on a rudder. Holding
a spheroid object with l. hand. Greek legend is observed on both sides of the image
as well as under it: ARISTARCOU TOU EPI KOLCIDOS and BI6 is depicted under
KOLCIDOS.
Lettering:
ARIΣTARΧOΥ TOΥ EΠI KOLΧIΔOΣ
BI
Translation: Aristarchus, Viceroy of Kolchidos
Comment
Only 7 coins of Aristarchus of Colchis are officialy known:Berlin Bode Museum Munzkabinett – 1specimen;
Ashmolean Museum (Oxford) – 1;
British Museum – 1;
Paris Cabinet of Medals – 1;
Hermitage, St. Petersburg – 2.
Georgia, private collection - 1
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BI means the 12th year of being in power (52-51 B.C.).
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin featuring Aristarchus from the Kingdom of Colchis (Greater Armenia) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features a portrait of Aristarchus, while on the other side, it depicts a grapevine, which is a symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient Armenian culture. This design reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Kingdom of Colchis and its ties to the ancient Greek world.