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Drachm - Yazdgerd II
| Silver | 4.16 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Yazdgerd II (438-457) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 438-457 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.16 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar (flames 4) with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, each holding a staff, inscription flanking.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Yazdgerd II (438-457) from Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) made of Silver weighing 4.16 g is that it features an image of the king, Yazdgerd II, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol of the Zoroastrian religion, which was the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and cultural significance for the empire, and it reflects the importance of Zoroastrianism in the lives of the people who used it.
