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Drachm - Zamasp
| Silver | 3.92 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Zamasp (496-498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 497-499 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#409483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar flanked by two stylized attendants; in upper field to left, five-pointed star; in upper field to right, crescent; in field to right, GD (name of the mint in Pahlawi); in field to left, date in Pahlawi.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sasanian Empire's Standard circulation coin Drachm - Zamasp (497-499) is that it was made of silver and weighed 3.92 grams. This coin was used during the reign of King Zamasp (497-499 AD), and it was an important part of the empire's monetary system at that time. The coin's design featured the king's crowned bust on one side and a fire altar on the other, which was a symbol of the Zoroastrian religion that was prevalent in the Sasanian Empire. Despite its small size, this coin played a significant role in the economy of the empire and was used for everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (497-499) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Zamasp (497-499) coin.
