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Tetradrachm - Ardakhshir I 220 BC - 205 BC
| Silver | 17.29 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Ardakhshir I (220 BC - 205 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220 BC - 205 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.29 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#415926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire temple of Ahura-Mazda, to inner left, king standing right, standard to right.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin of Ardakhshir I is that it features an image of the king himself on one side, while the other side bears an image of the Persian goddess Anahita. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and religious exchange between the Persian Empire and the Greeks, and the inclusion of both Persian and Greek deities on the coin reflects this blending of cultures.
