Sasanian Empire Drachm - Narseh, 292 – 302
type I/1
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
292 – 302
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.95
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 292 to 302. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 26 mm and weighs 3.95 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing earrings and crown surmounted by globe or korymbos.
- Reverse
- Fire altar decorated with ribbons, two attendats facing inwards.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (293-302) | — | Göbl# I/1 | ||
| ND (293-302) | — | SNS#166 (Type II/5b - 3.98 g.) Style A/1 (Phase 3) | ||
| ND (293-302) | — | SNS#173 (Type II/5c - 4.07 g.) Style H (Phase 1) | ||
| ND (293-302) | — | SNS#176 (Type II/5b - 3.94 g.) Incerta d (Phase 3) | ||
| ND (293-302) | — | SNS#177 (Type II/5b - 3.75 g.) Incerta e (Phase 3) | ||
| ND (292-293) | — | W. H. Valentine#20 (Cataloged as Varhran III - 292 AD) |
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