© CGB
© CGB
Tetradrachm In the name of Antiochus VII 101 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 16 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Cappadokia |
|---|---|
| King | Ariarathes VII Philometor (116 BC - 101 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 101 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#352080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, holding Nike and spear
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY EYEΡΓETOY
Translation: King Antiochus (VII), the benefactor
Comment
Previously attributed to the reign of Antiochus VII, this series must be returned today to the Kings of Cappadocia who in the years 130-95 BC between Ariarathes VI and Ariobarzanes I who imitated the coins of their neighbors, Syrian and/or Pontic.Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin , which was issued in the name of Antiochus VII, features an image of the king on one side and an image of the god Apollo on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by the Kings of Cappadokia during the 2nd century BC, and it's interesting to note that the image of Apollo on the coin was likely meant to symbolize the king's connection to the Greek world and his desire to promote Greek culture in his kingdom.
