Drachm - Darayan II (1-100) front Drachm - Darayan II (1-100) back
Drachm - Darayan II (1-100) photo
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Drachm - Darayan II

 
Silver 3.66 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires)
King
Darayan II (𐡃‬𐡀𐡓𐡉‬𐡅‬) (1st-century BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1-100
Value
Drachm (1)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.66 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#416971
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Darev (Darayan) standing left, holding scepter and sacrificing before altar to left.

Script: Aramaic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Darayan II (1-100) from Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) made of Silver weighing 3.66 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of King Darayan II, who ruled the Persian Empire from 424 to 442 CE. This coin was part of a series of coins that were issued during his reign, and it was used for everyday transactions and trade within the empire. Despite its age, some of these coins have been well-preserved and can still be found in collections and museums today, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Persia.