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Drachm - Yazdgerd II
| Silver | 3.82 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 | 3.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar (flames 1) with ribbons, flanked by two attendants, each raising arms, inscription flanking right "ka" mintmark.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Karzi mint.
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 3.82 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.
