Drachm - Buran (631-632) front Drachm - Buran (631-632) back
Drachm - Buran (631-632) photo
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Drachm - Buran

 
Silver 4.01 g -
Description
Issuer
Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651))
Empress
Buran (631-632)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
631-632
Value
Drachm (1⁄12)
Currency
Dinar (224 AD-651 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.01 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#414059
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Edge

Plain

Comment

Minted in one Sakastan region mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Sasanian Empire's Drachm - Buran coin (631-632) is that it features an image of the mythical creature, the "Buran," which is a winged horse with a human head and body. This coin was issued during the reign of King Ardashir III (628-632 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. The Buran coin was an important symbol of the empire's power and influence during that time.