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Hemidrachm - Ardakhshir II 40 BC - 5 BC
| Silver | 1.97 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Ardakhshir II (1st-century BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 40 BC - 5 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.97 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#415974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
King standing left, holding sceptre and sacrificing before altar to left.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemidrachm coin of Ardakhshir II is that it features a unique blend of Persian and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of the king, Ardakhshir II, with a crown that resembles the traditional Persian kušān, while the reverse side features a Greek-style image of the goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the period of the Persian Empire.
