© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Drachm - Anonymous Bukhar Khudat; "Mug" type; plier countermark ND
| Silver | 3.03 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Bukhar Khudat dynasty (Bukhara Sogd) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 709-740 |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.03 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198723 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Figure with head of Ahura Mazda facing right within altar with attendants on either side.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The prototype for these coins is a Sasanian drachm of King Varhran V.The "Mug" type pieces are large and thin, often resulting in cracks on the coins.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique countermark in the shape of a plier, which was used to validate the coin's authenticity and value. This countermark was applied by the mint officials, known as "mug" or "plier," and it signifies that the coin was issued during the reign of the Bukhar Khudat dynasty in Bukhara Sogd (present-day Uzbekistan).
