Greek Capadocian 96-66/3 BC Ariobarzanes Silver Drachm NGC Ch VF – Series VI

Became King of Cappadocia in 96 BC with Roman support, emphasizing his alignment with Rome against local and regional opposition, earning the epithet “Philoromaios” (friend of the Romans).

Faced multiple insurrections and invasions during his reign, including challenges from the Armenian King Tigranes the Great, requiring repeated Roman military interventions to secure his throne.

His reign ended in 66/63 BC, amidst the Roman Republic’s increasing involvement in Eastern affairs, symbolizing the shifting power dynamics in the region and the growing influence of Rome.