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Drachm - Ardakhshir IV
| Silver | 2.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Ardakhshir IV (Artaxerxes IV) (End of 2nd-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-200 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded bust of king left, wearing diadem and mural crown, no rays above.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Ardakhshir IV (170-200) from Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) made of Silver weighing 2.66 g is that it features an image of the king, Ardakhshir IV, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol of the ancient Persian religion, Zoroastrianism, which was the dominant religion of the Persian Empire at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of the Persian Empire during the reign of Ardakhshir IV.
