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Drachm - Peroz second crown
| Silver | 4.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Peroz I (457-484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 458-465 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#417556 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, star and crescent flanking flames.
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sasanian Empire's Standard circulation coin Drachm - Peroz (second crown) (458-465) made of Silver weighing 4.15 g is that it features an image of the king, Peroz, wearing a distinctive crown with two horns, which symbolizes his power and authority as the ruler of the empire.
