Kingdom of Persis Tetradrachm - Vadfradad I "Autophradates" King of Persis, -299 – -200
Transition from Seleucid to Parthian overlordship
Information
Country
Kingdom of Persis
Kingdom of Persis
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-299 – -200
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.33
Diameter (mm)
33
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Kingdom of Persis. Issued from -299 to -200. Struck in Silver. Measures 33 mm and weighs 16.33 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed head right, wearing kyrbasia
- Reverse
- Fire temple; Ahura-Mazda above; to left, Vadfradad standing right. The winged figure above the temple symbolises the glory of the king. (Vadfradad, Frataraka of the Gods, Son of Persis)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (299 BC - 200 BC) | — | Fars (Very rare) |
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