© Daniel Burch
© Daniel Burch
Hemidrachm - Vahshir I
| Silver | 1.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Wahsir I (Oxathres I) (2nd half of the 1st-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-75 |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.62 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#297607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Small figure of king standing left, at right of fire altar, legends around.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of Vahshir I, who ruled the Kingdom of Persis from 50-75 AD. It was made of silver and weighed 1.62 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Hemidrachm was an important symbol of the Persian Empire's economic and political power, and it played a key role in facilitating trade and commerce throughout the region.
