1 Drachm - Ashtat (Nakhshab) (50-225) front 1 Drachm - Ashtat (Nakhshab) (50-225) back
1 Drachm - Ashtat (Nakhshab) (50-225) photo
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1 Drachm - Ashtat Nakhshab

 
Silver 2.50 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Nakhshab (ancient) (Sogdiana (ancient))
Ruling authority
Ashtat (circa 50-225)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
50-225
Value
1 Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.50 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#198973
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Archer standing while holding bow to the right, all surrounded by distorted Greek legend.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣIΛEΣ ANTIOXY

Translation: [King Antiochus]

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called the "Nakhshab" which is a winged lion with a human head, symbolizing power and strength.