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Drachm - Hormazd IV
| Silver | 4.05 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hormazd IV (579-590) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 579-590 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.05 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, star and crescent flanking flames.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Hormazd IV (579-590) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.05 g is that it features an image of the king, Hormazd IV, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol of the Zoroastrian religion, which was the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and political significance for the empire, as it was during the reign of Hormazd IV that the Sasanians were engaged in a series of wars with the Byzantine Empire. Despite these conflicts, the Sasanian Empire was able to maintain its territorial integrity and cultural heritage, which is reflected in the beauty and craftsmanship of this coin.
