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Drachm - Narseh
| Silver | 3.11 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Narseh (293-302) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 293-303 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbon, flanked by two attendants, the one on left wearing mural crown, the other wearing plain crown, both with korymbos, symbols flanking flames, upward crescent on altar shaft
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Narseh (293-303) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 3.11 g is that it features an image of the Sasanian king, Narseh, 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 is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the religious and political practices of ancient Persia.
