Silver Hemidrachm from the Kingdom of Persis (2,200-1,800 years ago)

Own a Coin from the Heartland of Ancient Persia

A real silver hemidrachm of Persis—the kingdom that preserved Persian culture, religion, and identity between the fall of the Achaemenids and the rise of the Sasanian Empire.

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🔥 Features the sacred Fire Altar of Zoroastrianism
👑 Issued by the Persian rulers of Persis, homeland of the ancient Persian kings
🤲 A real piece of ancient history you can hold

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Why This Coin Matters

Long after Alexander the Great conquered the Persian Empire, the spirit of Persia endured.

In the region known as Persis—modern Fars Province in Iran—local rulers preserved their traditions, religion, and identity despite living under the shadow of larger empires.

This authentic silver hemidrachm was struck by one of those Persian rulers.

The coin typically features the portrait of a local king wearing a distinctive crown inspired by the great rulers of the past. On the reverse appears one of the most important symbols of ancient Persian religion: the sacred Fire Altar.

For followers of Zoroastrianism, fire represented purity, truth, and the divine order of the universe. The Fire Altar became a powerful symbol of Persian cultural continuity during centuries of foreign influence.

These coins circulated throughout Persis between the 3rd century BC and the early 3rd century AD, preserving a uniquely Persian identity during a time of political change.

The story does not end there.

It was from Persis that Ardashir I emerged in AD 224 to overthrow the Parthian Empire and establish the Sasanian Empire, restoring Persian imperial power and beginning one of the most important chapters in Middle Eastern history.

More than just an ancient coin, this is a tangible connection to the land that kept Persian civilization alive.

Perfect For

• Ancient Persian history enthusiasts
• Zoroastrian history collectors
• First-time ancient coin collectors
• Students and educators
• Anyone looking for a meaningful and unique gift

What You'll Receive

• One authentic silver hemidrachm of Persis
• Struck between approximately 223 BC and AD 200
• Features a Persian ruler and Zoroastrian Fire Altar design
• Presented in a display album
• Similar to the example shown (each coin is unique)

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Note: Coins shown are representative examples. The coin you receive will be similar in type and condition, but not the exact coin pictured.