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© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
Drachm - Bakkar Eastern Sistan - Arab-Sasanian ND
| Silver | 2.98 g | 32.8 mm |
| Issuer | Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 750-770 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (750-948) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.98 g |
| Diameter | 32.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar with attendants
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Abbasid Caliph Al-Mansur, who ruled from 754 to 775 AD, on one side, and an image of the mythical creature, the bakkar, on the other side. The bakkar is a mythical creature that is said to have the body of a goat, the horns of a deer, and the tail of a lion. It is believed to have been a symbol of strength and courage in ancient Persian culture.
