Drachm - Kidarites - Anonymous (Sassanian style, type 15, King B, unknown) 400 front Drachm - Kidarites - Anonymous (Sassanian style, type 15, King B, unknown) 400 back
Drachm - Kidarites - Anonymous (Sassanian style, type 15, King B, unknown) 400 photo

Drachm - Kidarites - Anonymous Sassanian style, type 15, King B, unknown

400 year
Silver 3.83 g -
Description
Issuer
Kidarite Kingdom
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
400
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (380-477)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.83 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#150920
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Fire altar with ribbon, flanked by attendant and large vase

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made during a time of great cultural and religious exchange between the Kidarite Kingdom and the Sassanian Empire, which is reflected in the coin's Sassanian-style design.