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An ancient silver coin from the Kingdom of Persis, dated 2nd Century BC, encapsulated in a clear NGC Ancients Professional grade holder. The coin is graded XF and features a detailed label with a temple illustration.
  • An ancient silver coin from the Kingdom of Persis, dated 2nd Century BC, encapsulated in a clear NGC Ancients Professional grade holder. The coin is graded XF and features a detailed label with a temple illustration.
  • Kings of Persis | Dārēv (Darayan I) | Silver Drachm | 132 BC to 100 BC | PERS-DAR1-AR-DR-008
  • Kings of Persis | Dārēv (Darayan I) | Silver Drachm | 132 BC to 100 BC | PERS-DAR1-AR-DR-008
  • Kings of Persis | Dārēv (Darayan I) | Silver Drachm | 132 BC to 100 BC | PERS-DAR1-AR-DR-008
Kings of Persis | Dārēv (Darayan I) | Silver Drachm | 132 BC to 100 BC | PERS-DAR1-AR-DR-008

Kings of Persis

Dārēv (Darios) I | Darayan I

AR (Silver) | Drachm | 132–100 BC

16.19 mm | 4.23 g | 12 h

$410.00

Coin Overview

Silver drachm of Dārēv (Darayan I) struck between 132 BC and 100 BC.
This altar type II issue reflects the later refinement of Dārēv’s coinage, characterized by clearer symmetry and more defined religious motifs. The composition of the ruler before the sacred fire temple beneath Ahura Mazda embodies the unity of divine blessing and royal authority that defined Persis sovereignty.

Specifications

  • Kingdom: Kings of Persis
  • King / Ruler: Dārēv (Darios) I | Darayan I
  • Year: 132 BC to 100 BC
  • Denomination: Drachm
  • Composition: Silver
  • Weight: 4.23 g
  • Diameter: 16.19 mm
  • Orientation: 12 h
  • Reference: Van’t Haaff 554 altar type II
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Obverse

  • Bearded, diademed bust right.
  • Leather helmet smoothly falling down into a neck-piece.
  • Diadem lies on the forehead under the curled hair lock.
  • Crescent moon on top.

Reverse

  • Fire temple.
  • Ahura-Mazda above.
  • To left, king standing right.
  • to right, column surmounted by eagle.

What’s in the Box

  • Coin Identification Record featuring full specifications, authentication details, and a unique TerraNumis ID number that can be searched and verified online at the TerraNumis website.
  • Display Frame: Transparent two-sided compression frame stand that securely holds and displays the coin.
  • Packaging: Presented in a black premium TerraNumis box with authentication label and catalog reference.

Inventory# PERS–DAR1–AR–DR–008

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