Drachm - Varahran
| Silver | 2.91 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Indo-Sasanian Kingdom (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Varahran (330-365) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330-365 |
| Value | 1 Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm (230 AD-360 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#154812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Fire-altar of Sasanian type; right and left, attendant in peculiar attire, holding barsom wands.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Varahran (330-365) from Indo-Sasanian Kingdom (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 2.91 g is that it features an image of the king, Varahran, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol in Zoroastrianism, 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 Indo-Sasanian Kingdom.
