Drachm - Varhran V (type I/2) (417-438) front Drachm - Varhran V (type I/2) (417-438) back
Drachm - Varhran V (type I/2) (417-438) photo
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Drachm - Varhran V type I/

 
Silver (.900) 3.64 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651))
Emperor
Bahram V (𐭥𐭫𐭧𐭫𐭠𐭭) (420-438)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
417-438
Value
Drachm (1⁄12)
Currency
Dinar (224 AD-651 AD)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
3.64 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#69622
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

An atasdan with a capitellum and base. Along two sides of the altar are two figures wearing crowns with globes and crescents, and long spears in their hands. Th ecolumn of the atasdan is covered with ribbons. Above the capitellum is a tongue of flame in which there is a bust facing rigth.

Comment

Particular
The upper part of altar has the form of Ahuramazda's head

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Varhran V, also known as Bahram V, who was the king of the Sasanian Empire from 421 to 438 AD. He is depicted on the coin with a long beard and a crown, symbolizing his power and authority as a ruler. The coin also includes an inscription in Pahlavi, an ancient Iranian language, which translates to "Bahram, the king of kings, the king of Iran." This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of the Sasanian Empire.