Dinar - Varhran V
| Gold | 6.99 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Bahram V (𐭥𐭫𐭧𐭫𐭠𐭭) (420-438) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 425-438 |
| Value | Dinar (1) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.99 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#90132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with head of Varhran V right on shaft, flanked by two attendants
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dinar - Varhran V (425-438) coin from the Sasanian Empire is that it features an image of the king, Varhran V, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol in Zoroastrianism, the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire, and it represents the king's role as a protector of the faith. The coin's design reflects the close relationship between the monarchy and the religious establishment during this period.
