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Drachm - Yazdgard I
| Silver | 3.99 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Yazdgerd I (399-420) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 399-420 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411830 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, inscription "aw" to left of flames
Edge
Plain
Comment
Ohrmazd-Ardashir, modern-day Ahwaz mint
SNS type Ib1/1a (pl. 47, 16); Göbl type I/1; Mochiri 1134; Paruck -; Saeedi -.
"aw" to right of flames in this Variety
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, including modern-day Iran, Iraq, and parts of Central Asia, during a time when many other empires were also using their own currencies. This coin was a symbol of the empire's economic and political power and was used for trade and commerce, as well as for paying taxes and tributes. Despite the empire's eventual decline, the Drachm coin remains an important artifact of ancient Persian culture and is highly sought after by collectors today.
