History and coin finds in Armenia, Coins from Garni, 
(4th c. BC – 19th c. AD)

Khatchatur Mousheghian ( U), Anahit Mousheghian, Cécile Bresc, Georges Depeyrot, François Gurnet.

The fortified city of Garni was founded in the 7th century BC. During the Roman period (first half of the 1st century B.C.) it was the residence of the Roman commanders and troops. It was also the king residence during the period of Arshakid dynasty (first half of the 1st century B.C.). The Hellenistic temple was built and the city fortified during the period of Tiridates I (55/66-88). It was a fortress also in the 4th century AD, being the residence of the bishop. In 640; Garni was captured by Arabic troops. During the period of Bagratid dynasty (the beginning of the 10th century) Garni was again strengthened. At the end of the 14th century, Garni was again captured, this time by Tamerlane and later by Ottoman troops.

More than 350 coins were found in the site during excavations. Eight hoards were also found, composed of Roman and medieval coins. We publish a total of about 1.000 coins.

The book contents maps and graphics, and is illustrated with 8 plates of photos.

Khatchatur Mousheghian was director of the Coin Cabinet of Yerevan.
Anahit Mousheghian is researcher, Institute of History, Yerevan.
Cécile Bresc is specialist of Islamic coinage.
Georges Depeyrot is researcher, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique.
Francois Gurnet is specialist of Sasanian coinage.

	Khatchatur Mousheghian (U), Anahit Mousheghian, Cécile Bresc, Georges Depeyrot, François Gurnet. MONETA 20, 120 pages, map, graphics, 8 plates. EUR 140.00 ISBN 90-74623-25-5
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