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Drachm - Kavadh I Second Reign - type I/1 - II/
| Silver (.900) | 4.14 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Kawad I (488-496, 498-531) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 488-531 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#74206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
In the center there is an altar with a blazing fire. There is a six-pointed star to the left of the fire and crescent to the right. The column is covered by a ribbon whose ends point downwards. Figures of guards are schematically depicted on both sides of the altar. The headdress of figures going out from the pointed rim bordering the field of the coin.
Comment
SYLLOGE NUMMORUM SASANIDARUM type Ic/1a (PLATE 52 N°542)http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=905003&partId=1&searchText=Kavad+I+AH&images=true&page=1
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Kavadh I, who was known for his military campaigns and religious reforms during his reign.
