© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Drachm - Artavasdes II 51 BC - 50 BC
| Silver | 3.25 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Artavasdes II (55 BC - 34 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 51 BC - 50 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Helios (?) driving quadriga to left, being crowned with wreath by small figure of Nike held in his right hand; in field to left, monogram; above quadriga
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ - BAΣIΛEΩN / AΡTAΥAZΔOΥ
Comment
Σ. Kovacs 163Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Artavasdes II (51 BC - 50 BC) from Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) made of Silver weighing 3.25 g is that it features an image of King Artavasdes II on one side and a depiction of the Armenian goddess Anahit on the other. Anahit is the goddess of fertility, wisdom, and war, and was considered one of the most important deities in ancient Armenian mythology. The inclusion of her image on the coin highlights the cultural and religious significance of the goddess during that time period.
