Drachm - Varhran II
| Silver (.900) | 4.27 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Bahram II (274-293) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-293 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4.27 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#87761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons, two attendants facing inwards, wearing a winged crowns surmounted by globes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sasanian Empire's Drachm coin is that it was used as a form of currency across a vast region, spanning from modern-day Iran, Iraq, and parts of Central Asia, to the Indian subcontinent and China. This coin was a symbol of the empire's economic and cultural influence, and it played a significant role in facilitating trade and commerce during its time.
