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Drachm - Yazdgerd I
| Silver | 4.18 g | 27 mm |
| 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 | 4.18 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#419634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with attendants, two crescent and a pellet on one side and one crescent and pellet on another side of flame. Each attendant with crescent on head.
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Comment
"AS" (Asuristan, Aspanvar) mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Yazdgerd I (399-420) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.18 g is that it features an image of the king, Yazdgerd I, in a distinctive crown and necklace, which symbolizes his power and authority as the ruler of the Sasanian Empire.
