© The New York Sale
© The New York Sale
Drachm - Bagadates I King reverse 164 BC - 146 BC
| Silver | 3.86 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Bagadates I (Baydad) (164 BC - 146 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164 BC - 146 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#415920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
King enthroned facing left toward standard, wearing long cloak and kyrbasia, holding sceptre and cup. Inscriptions running vertically at left and right.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Bagadates I on the reverse side, which is a unique feature among coins of the Persian Empire during that time period.
