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Drachm - Manchihr III
| Silver | 3.37 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Manchihr III (2nd half of the 2nd-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160-200 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.37 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded bust (of Manchihr II?) left, wearing diadem and Phrygian-style tiara.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Manchihr III (160-200) from Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) made of Silver weighing 3.37 g is that it features an image of the king, Manchihr III, 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 a time of great cultural and religious significance for the Persian Empire, and its design reflects the importance of these beliefs and symbols to the people of that time.
