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Stater - Datames Tarsus 369 BC - 361 BC
| Silver | 10.54 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Cilicia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| General | Datames Tarkamuwa (380 BC - 362 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 369 BC - 361 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (2) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.54 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#409473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tarkumuwa (Datames) seated to right, in full Persian garb, inspecting arrow held in his left hand; TRDMW in Aramaic to left, bow to right, winged solar disk in upper right field.
Script: Aramaic
Lettering: trdmw
Translation: Datames
Comment
Casabonne type 2; Moysey issue 6; Traité II 610.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a Persian king, possibly Artaxerxes III, on one side, and a lion attacking a bull on the other. This symbolism reflects the Achaemenid Empire's cultural influence on the region and highlights the importance of the king's power and authority.
