½ Drachm - "Ispahbadh of Tabaristan" Dadhburzmihr Arab-Sasanian ND
| Silver | 1.87 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Dabuyid dynasty (Greater Iran) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 728-741 |
| Value | ½ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm (642-760) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.87 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#74598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fire altar with attendants flanking; star and crescent flanking flames, date to left, mint to right; triple circle border with alternating star-in-crescent and triple pellet motifs
Comment
semi-independent principality, nominal allegiance to the Arab CaliphateInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called a "dargon" on one side, which is a rare and unique feature in Islamic coinage.
