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Drachm - Wahram II Prince
| Silver | 3.95 g | 25 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 |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#421901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar; flanked by two attendants; each wearing winged crown with korymbos.
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Wahram II, also known as Varahran II, who was a prince of the Sasanian Empire and the son of King Shapur I. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 276 to 293 AD. Despite being a prince, Wahram II was never crowned as king, and his reign was marked by political instability and conflicts within the empire. Despite this, his coinage remains an important part of Sasanian numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors today.
