Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | Kings of Cappadokia |
|---|---|
| Năm | 42 BC - 36 BC |
| Loại | Standard circulation coin |
| Mệnh giá | 1 Drachm |
| Tiền tệ | Drachm |
| Chất liệu | Silver |
| Trọng lượng | 3.52 g |
| Đường kính | 15 mm |
| Độ dày | |
| Hình dạng | Round (irregular) |
| Kỹ thuật | Hammered |
| Hướng | |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | GCV#7305 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Diademed head facing right |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước | |
| Mô tả mặt sau | Athena Nikephoros standing facing left with a trophy to the left and a monogram above the date to the right |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Greek |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | BAΣIΛEΩΣ APIAPAΘOY EYΣEBOYΣ KAI ΦIΛAΔEΛΦOY |
| Cạnh | |
| Xưởng đúc | |
| Số lượng đúc |
ND (42 BC - 36 BC) - (fr) AN 5 , Eusébia - |
| ID Numisquare | 3071885790 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: This silver drachm was issued by Ariarathes X Eusebes Philadelphos, the last independent king of Cappadocia (42-36 BC). His brief reign coincided with intense Roman political maneuvering after Caesar's assassination, placing Cappadocia between the Second Triumvirate's factions. Likely installed by Mark Antony, Ariarathes X struggled against rivals and Roman interference. His epithets, "Pious" and "Brother-loving," reflect Hellenistic propaganda, legitimizing his rule in a highly unstable environment before his ultimate deposition.
Artistry: The artistry of this drachm exemplifies the late Hellenistic style common in client kingdoms. The anonymous engraver typically rendered an idealized, diademed portrait of Ariarathes X on the obverse, conveying regal dignity. The reverse commonly depicts Athena Nikephoros or Athena Alkidemos standing left, holding Nike and a spear, with a shield. This Cappadocian reverse type links the king to divine protection and military victory, reinforcing his authority through Hellenistic iconography.
Technical/Grading: Struck in silver, this drachm weighs 3.52 grams and measures 15 millimeters, reflecting a slightly lighter standard. For grading, key high-points on the obverse include the king's hair, diadem, and facial features. On the reverse, Athena's head, the Nike figure, and spear point are crucial for detail retention. Technical strike qualities vary; while some examples show a full, centered strike, others exhibit common ancient characteristics like off-centering or minor flan irregularities, impacting design sharpness.