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Drachm of Kingdom of Cappadocia with head of Ariarathes VI
Greek
Hellenistic Period
125–111? B.C.
Mint: Cappadocia (Kingdom)
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Diameter: 19.5 mm. Weight: 4.12 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III in the Name of Cornelius Adrian Comstock Vermeule
Accession Number1984.809
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Diademed head of Ariarathes VI to right.
Reverse: Athena standing left, spear and shield in left hand, on right hand, Nike holding wreath.
Inscription in Greek.
Monogram in field at left
Greek letters at right and in exergue
Struck in year 15.
Reverse: Athena standing left, spear and shield in left hand, on right hand, Nike holding wreath.
Inscription in Greek.
Monogram in field at left
Greek letters at right and in exergue
Struck in year 15.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III Collection; gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III in the name of Cornelius Adrian Comstock Vermeule to MFA, December 19, 1984