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Drachm - Kherei 410 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 4.20 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Kherei (circa 410-390 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.20 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#420334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded head of dynast to right, wearing Persian kyrbasia, KHERË in Lycian script before; all within incuse circle.
Script: Lycian
Translation: Kherẽhe
Comment
Müseler VI, 49; Mørkholm and Zahle 46; Schwabacher (Essays Robinson) plate 11, 9; Franke-Hirmer 653.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Kherei (410 BC - 390 BC) from Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) made of Silver weighing 4.20 g is that it features an image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Lycia.
