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Drachm - Peroz I
| Silver | 4.13 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Peroz I (457-484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 477-484 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.13 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular, Local issue of type 3) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#377905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons; flanked by two attendants, star and crescent flanking flames; illegible inscription on left, BYŠ in Pahlavi on right.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Peroz I (477-484) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.13 g is that it features an image of the king, Peroz I, 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 at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of the Sasanian Empire.
