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Siglos - Artaxerxes II / Darius III THE ROYAL COINAGE - 4th type C - late 375 BC - 330 BC
| Silver (.950) | 5.5 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Achaemenid Empire (Achaemenid Empire (559 BC - 330 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Artaxerxes II Mnemon (405 BC - 358 BC) Darius III Codomannus (336 BC - 330 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375 BC - 330 BC |
| Value | Siglos (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Daric (521 BC-330 BC) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#85271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Irregular incuse of oblong form.
Possibility of countermarks
Edge
Plain
Comment
Brit Mus Plate I 27SS#45
Presence of rings,from 2 to 5,in the garment of the Great King
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of both Artaxerxes II and Darius III's portraits on opposite sides, showcasing the political tension and power struggle between the two rulers during the late Achaemenid period.
