© SStefanov
© SStefanov
Drachm - Buddhatala /King C/ Sassanian style, type 18, unknown
| Silver | 3.68 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kidarite Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 480-520 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (380-477) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.68 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#150892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with attendants and ribbons
Lettering: BUDDHATALA
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Buddhist and Sassanian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Buddhist king, likely King Kumaragupta III, with a distinctive Sassanian-style crown and jewelry, while the reverse side features a fire altar and a legend in the Brahmi script. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex religious and political dynamics of the Kidarite Kingdom during its period of rule in the 5th century CE.
