Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria Didrachm - Pixodarus, -340 – -335
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Information
Country
Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria
Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria
Currency
Drachm
(550 – 330)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Didrachm
Year
-340 – -335
Ruler
Pixodarus
(-340–-334)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.98
Diameter (mm)
17.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Didrachm from Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria. Issued from -340 to -335. Struck in Silver. Measures 17.5 mm and weighs 6.98 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate head of Apollo facing slightly right, drapery at neck.
- Reverse
- Zeus Labraundos standing right, wearing chiton and himation wrapped around the left arm; holding labrys and flower-tipped sceptre; to left, wreath. (Pixodarus)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (340 BC - 335 BC) | — |
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