The coins of the local kings of Pars play a crucial role in the historical study of this region between the defeat of the Achaemenid Empire and the establishment of the Sassanids, as they represent the only archaeological remnants of these local rulers. These coins were minted by local rulers of Pars, who governed either independently or semi-independently under the oversight of the central government during the Seleucid and Parthian periods, these coins reflect the continuity of cultural and religious beliefs from the Achaemenid era, especially following the occupation of Pars by Alexander and his successors. The coins of the local kings of Pars can be categorized into three or four groups based on numismatic studies. The first group comprises the Fratrakā, semi-independent rulers who operated under Seleucid control, with their coins likely dating back to the third century BC. The second group includes rulers who, upon gaining independence, ceased to recognize Seleucid authority and began minting coins featuring the title MLKA (king) to describe themselves. The third group consists of local kings of Pars who ruled during the Parthian period; their coins not only preserved ancient traditions but also incorporated influences from Parthian coinage art.

This article aims to explore the evolution of motifs on the coins of the local kings of Pars by examining several specimens housed in the Malek Museum, the Sepah Bank Museum, and the Persepolis Museum. It posits that these motifs reflect not only the ideology and cultural-religious beliefs of the Achaemenids but were also influenced by the art and religious beliefs of the Seleucids and Parthians. The research is conducted in a descriptive-analytical manner, utilizing both library and field data.