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Hemidrachm - Ardakhshir III
| Silver | 1.68 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Ardakhshir III (Artaxerxes III) (1st half of the 2nd-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 120-150 |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.68 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416102 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiate bust of Mithra left, wearing diadem.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemidrachm coin of Ardakhshir III 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 III, with a crown that resembles the traditional Persian kuşâh, while the reverse side features a Greek-style image of the goddess Tyche, representing the city of Ecbatana (modern-day Hamadan, Iran). This fusion of cultural elements reflects the rich cultural exchange that occurred during the reign of the Sassanian Empire, which spanned from the 3rd to the 7th century CE.
