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Drachm - Darayan I 150 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 4.13 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Darayan I (𐡃𐡀𐡓𐡉𐡅) (Late 2nd-century BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.13 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ruler standing in front of fire altar to the right, with Ahura Mazda on it, eagle standard to the right.
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 payment and trade throughout the Persian Empire during the reign of Darayan I, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
