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Drachm - Darayan I 132 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 4.09 g |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Darayan I (𐡃𐡀𐡓𐡉𐡅) (Late 2nd-century BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 132 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.09 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#415944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire temple, Ahura-Mazda above, to left, king standing right, to right, column surmounted by eagle.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Drachm - Darayan I coin is that it features an image of the Persian king, Darayan I, on one side, and an image of the Persian goddess, Anahita, on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency during the reign of Darayan I, and it is believed that the image of Anahita was included to symbolize the king's connection to the divine.
