Drachm - Varhran I (Wiht star) (273-276) front Drachm - Varhran I (Wiht star) (273-276) back
Drachm - Varhran I (Wiht star) (273-276) photo

Drachm - Varhran I Wiht star

 
Silver (.900) 4.41 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651))
Emperor
Wahram I (271-274)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
273-276
Value
Drachm (1⁄12)
Currency
Dinar (224 AD-651 AD)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
4.41 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#124927
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

An "atasdan" in the form of high column with a base and capitellum. There are figures on both sides. To the left of the altar attendant with stylized mural crown with korymbos, holding lancein right hand, left hand resting on scabbard, to the right, attendant with stylized mural crown with korymbos, holding lance in left hand, right hand resting on scabbard, both facing outwards.
Pahlavi legend

Lettering:
NWRA ZY
-wrhr ' n

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Varhran I (also known as Bahram I) with a star on the obverse side, which is a unique design element for coins of this era and region.