Drachm - Jamasp type I/
| Silver (.900) | 4.10 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Zamasp (496-498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 497-499 (496-499) |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4.10 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#87409 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons; two attendants facing inwards.
Crescent and star above.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Sasanian king, Jamasp, 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 the reign of Jamasp, who ruled from 496 to 499 CE, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the empire.
