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Drachm - Ardashir III
| Silver | 4.14 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ardashir III (628-630) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 628-629 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 9 o'clock ↑← |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#409464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons and attendants; star and crescent flanking flames.
Edge
Plain
Comment
NY (Nēhāvand[?]) mint.
SC Tehran 4301 var. (RY 2); Sunrise –.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Ardashir III (628-629) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.14 g is that it features an image of the king, Ardashir III, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol of the Zoroastrian religion, which was the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and political significance for the empire, as Ardashir III was known for his efforts to promote the Zoroastrian faith and centralize power within the empire.
