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Obol - Bahram V
| Silver | 0.47 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Bahram V (𐭥𐭫𐭧𐭫𐭠𐭭) (420-438) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 420-438 |
| Value | Obol (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.47 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with head of Bahram V right on shaft, flanked by two attendants.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin of Bahram V (420-438) from the Sasanian Empire is that it features a unique blend of Persian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of the king, Bahram V, wearing a crown and a long beard, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of the mythological creature, the Griffin, which was a common motif in ancient Greek art. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse cultural heritage of the Sasanian Empire, which spanned across modern-day Iran, Iraq, and parts of the surrounding regions.
