During a long and illustrious reign, Ariarathes formed political and military alliances with the great powers of the day. The image on the reverse of this silver coin is of Athena, goddess of wisdom and war, who surely must have been a favorite deity of the king. The person who wears this stunning pendant today will surely enjoy the benevolent protection of the goddess, triumphing with intelligence over all of life's challenges. - (FJ.3036)