Drachm - Ardashir III (type II/1) (628-630) front Drachm - Ardashir III (type II/1) (628-630) back
Drachm - Ardashir III (type II/1) (628-630) photo
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Drachm - Ardashir III type II/

 
Silver (.900) 4.12 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651))
Emperor
Ardashir III (628-630)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
628-630
Value
Drachm (1⁄12)
Currency
Dinar (224 AD-651 AD)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
4.12 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#60634
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

A fire altar (atasdan) with two straight standing figures with swords in their hands, wearing a headdress with a crescent. The column is covered with ribbons. To the left of the fire there is a star, to the right a crescent. On the rim there are four stars with crescent.
Pahlavi legend

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Ardashir III, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms during his reign.