Drachm - Azarmidukht 1 (631) front Drachm - Azarmidukht 1 (631) back
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Drachm - Azarmidukht

1 (631) year
Silver 4.15 g -
Description
Issuer
Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651))
Empress
Azarmidukht (630-631)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1 (631)
Calendar
Sassanid Empire - Azarmidukht reign
Value
Drachm (1⁄12)
Currency
Dinar (224 AD-651 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.15 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
0631
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#377899
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, star and crescent flanking flames, star-in-crescents in margin.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Sasanian Empire, which issued the Drachm - Azarmidukht 1 (631) coin, was the last Persian Empire before the Arab conquest in 651 CE. It was known for its impressive military power, extensive trade networks, and rich cultural heritage, including the development of the Persian language and literature.