Siglos - Artaxerxes II / Artaxerxes III THE ROYAL COINAGE - 3rd type B - late 405 BC - 338 BC
| Silver (.950) | 5.1 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Achaemenid Empire (Achaemenid Empire (559 BC - 330 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Artaxerxes II Mnemon (405 BC - 358 BC) Artaxerxes III Ochus (358 BC - 338 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Daric (521 BC-330 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#56091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Incuse punch.
Possibility of countermarks.
Comment
Particular:Stylistic drapery with broad semi-circular sweep of folds from the left knee back to the right heel, no pellets, large formal figure, often V-shaped folds on front of drapery, sometimes quiver not visible. Possibly struck at multiple mints.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a king, either Artaxerxes II or Artaxerxes III, on one side, and an image of a lion on the other side. The lion was a symbol of the Achaemenid Empire and was often depicted on coins during this time period. The coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and political influences of the Achaemenid Empire during its time.
