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Drachm - Peroz I type III/3 - winged crown
| Silver (.900) | 4.07 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Peroz I (457-484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 459-486 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4.07 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#77668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
A fire-altar with two attendants facing the "atasdan" (fire-altar). The column is covered by ribbons. To the left of the fire is a star, to the right a crescent. There is a pointed rim around the picture.
To the left there's Pahlavi letter
Comment
SYLLOGE NUMMORUM SASANIDARUM type IIIb/1e (PLATE 45 N°484)http://www.britishmuseum.org/research/collection_online/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=905121&partId=1&searchText=Peroz+GW&images=true&page=1
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique winged crown design on the obverse (front) side, which was a distinctive feature of Sasanian Empire coins during the reign of Peroz I. This design was used to symbolize the king's divine right to rule and his connection to the gods. The winged crown also signified the king's role as a protector of the faith and the state. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Sasanian Empire currency and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
