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Drachm - Ardashir II
| Silver | 4.13 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ardashir II (379-383) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 379-383 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.13 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, each wearing plain crown with korymbos, inscription flanking flames, upward crescent on altar shaft
Edge
Plain
Comment
AW (Ohrmazd-Ardashir)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Ardashir II (379-383) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.13 g is that it features an image of the king, Ardashir II, on one side and an image of the goddess Anahita on the other. Anahita is the goddess of fertility, water, and wisdom in ancient Iranian mythology, and her presence on the coin highlights the importance of these qualities in Sasanian culture.
