Drachm - Varhran V Bukharan type imitations MLW
| Silver (.900) | 4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 420-438 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#90133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with head of Varhran V right on shaft, flanked by two attendants
Comment
Imitations type of MLW, Merv Khurasan coinsInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal in the Sasanian Empire. The use of silver in coins was a symbol of the empire's wealth and power, and it was often used to mint coins that were used for trade and commerce. The fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was an important part of the empire's economy and trade networks.
