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Drachm - Yazdgard I
| Silver | 4.30 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 | 4.30 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#412273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, Crescent and letter "w" left of flame and crescent and letter "h" right of flame, illegible inscription on altar shaft, crescents and letter flanking flames
Edge
Plain
Comment
WH (Veh-Andiyok-Shapur), Gundeshapur mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Yazdgard I (399-420) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.30 g is that it features an image of the king, Yazdgard I, in a distinctive crown and necklace, which symbolizes his power and authority as the ruler of the Sasanian Empire.
