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Drachm - Manchihr I
| Silver | 3.27 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Manchihr I (1st half of the 2nd century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 110-140 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.27 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded bust of king left, wearing diadem.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Manchihr I (110-140) from Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) made of Silver weighing 3.27 g is that it features an image of the king, Manchihr I, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol in ancient Persian culture, representing the goddess Anahita and the element of fire. This coin was minted during Manchihr's reign, which lasted from 110 to 140 AD, and it was used as a means of payment and trade throughout the Persian Empire.
