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Hemidrachm - Nambed
| Silver | 2.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Nambed (2nd half of the 1st-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60-85 |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.07 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
King standing right, star in crescent to right.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm - Nambed coin was used as a form of currency during the rule of King Nambed, who reigned from 60-85 AD in the Kingdom of Persis, which was part of the Persian Empire. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not worth a full drachm, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. Instead, it was valued at half a drachm, or 2.07 grams of silver. This coin was an important part of the economy of the Persian Empire during that time period.
