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This ancient NGC graded silver drachm from the Kingdom of Cappadocia features King Ariarathes V on the obverse and goddess Athena on the reverse. It was minted between 163-130BC.
Cappadocia was a Greek Hellenistic-era kingdom centered in the historical region of Cappadocia in Asia Minor (present-day Turkey). It developed from the former Achaemenid satrapy of Cappadocia.
NGC certifies most US, world, and ancient coins, tokens, and medals. The certification process consists of authentication, grading, attribution, and encapsulation in plastic holders or Coin slabs. NGC certification offers significant protection against counterfeiting, misattribution, overgrading, and damage.
The coin's denomination is a drachma and was produced during the Greek era. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of ancient history and it is sure to be a valuable addition to any collection.
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