Drachm - Hormazd II type I/1a - I/
| Silver (.900) | 4.25 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hormazd II (302-309) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301-310 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#73182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
An atasdan in the form of high column with a capitellum and base. Above the capitellum is a tounge of flame. In the flame is a bust of Ahura-Mazdah. The column is covered by ribbons. Along the sides of the atasdan there are two attendants with swords in their hands. The left-hand figure wears the crown of Hormazd II; the one on the right, the stylized crown of Ahuramazda.
Pahlavi legend
Lettering: NWR ' ZY ' whrmzdy
Translation: Fire of Ohrmazd
Edge
Plain
Comment
Göbl# I/1a: Reverse: The left-hand figure wears the crown of Hormazd II; the one on the right, the stylized crown of Ahuramazda.Göbl# I/2: Reverse: The left-hand figure wears the eagle-crown; the one on the right, the mural crown surmounted by globe or korymbos.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Hormazd II, who was the son of Narseh, the Sasanian Emperor. Hormazd II ruled the Sasanian Empire from 301-310 AD and was known for his military campaigns against the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Hormazd II and other symbols, was meant to convey the power and authority of the Sasanian Empire during this time period.
