Kings of Persis Darios I Silver Drachm (132–100 BC), Persepolis

An impressive silver drachm of the Kings of Persis, issued under Darios I (Darayan I) between 132–100 BC. Struck at Persepolis, this coin showcases a bold portrait and powerful Zoroastrian symbolism, including the fire temple and Ahura Mazda.

Obverse & Reverse

• Obverse: Bearded, diademed bust of Darios I right, wearing causia (flat-brimmed head dress) with crescent moon on top.
• Reverse: Fire temple with Ahura Mazda above; king standing right; column surmounted by eagle to the right.

Quick Facts

• Mint: Persepolis
• Date: 132–100 BC
• Material: AR (Silver)
• Denomination: Drachm
• Weight: 4.09 g
• Diameter: 18.03 mm
• Die Axis: 12h
• Condition: (Insert grade here, e.g. VF or XF)
• Toning: (Insert surface description, e.g. “bright silver with dark highlights”)
• Reference: Van’t Haaff 554 altar type II

• 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.

•