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Tetradrachm - Ramik Afrighid
| Issuer | Afrighid dynasty (Choresmia) |
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| Year | 550-601 |
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| Diameter | 29 mm |
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| Obverse description | Bust of the ruler facing right in the Khwarizmian style, rendered in a schematic yet bold manner characteristic of late Afrighid coinage. The effigy features a prominent eye rendered in profile, a hooked nose, and a stylized beard indicated by dotted or linear detailing. The headdress is elaborate, adorned with multiple rows of beaded decoration and flowing ribbons or diadem ties extending behind the head. A decorative latticed or grid-patterned element appears at the left, possibly representing a throne back or royal attribute. The overall artistic style reflects the regional Central Asian tradition, blending Sasanian influences with local Choresmian iconography. |
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| Reverse description | A mounted horseman depicted in profile, rendered in the schematic Choresmian artistic tradition typical of Afrighid dynastic coinage. The rider sits upon a horse moving to the right, with flowing ribbons or streamers emanating from the figure, formed characteristically by two parallel strings of dots — a hallmark of this series. The full dynastic legend in Choresmian script surrounds the central equestrian motif, identifying the ruler by name and title. The design reflects strong continuity with earlier Khwarizmian royal imagery while incorporating local epigraphic conventions. |
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| Mintage | ND (550-601) - Late 6th century |
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