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Stater - Kherei Pinara 440 BC - 410 BC
| Silver | 8.67 g | - |
| Issuer | Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Kherei (circa 410-390 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 440 BC - 410 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.67 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Kherei wearing Persian headdress made from a soft fabric
Script: Lycian
Translation: Kherẽhe
Interesting fact
The Kherei (Pinara) Stater from the Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) is notable for its unique design, which features a lion's head on one side and an inscription in ancient Lycian script on the other. The Lycian script is a rare and ancient writing system that was used in the region of Lycia, and it has been deciphered by scholars only in recent years. The inscription on the coin is believed to be a dedication to the Persian king, Artaxerxes II, who ruled the Achaemenid Empire at the time the coin was minted. This coin is a valuable artifact that provides insight into the cultural and political ties between the Lycian city-states and the Achaemenid Empire during the 5th century BC.
