Sasanian Empire Drachm - Varhran V, 420 – 438
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Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
420 – 438
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 420 to 438. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 30 mm and weighs 4 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Varhran V right on floral ornament, wearing mural crown with korymbos set on crescent and inner ribbon.
- Reverse
- Fire altar with head of Varhran V right on shaft, flanked by two attendants
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420-438) | — | SNS# 435 (Type Ib1/2 4.12 g.) Imitation | ||
| ND (420-438) | — | SNS# 436 (Type Ib1/2 4.12 g.) Imitation | ||
| ND (420-438) | — | SNS# 437 (Type Ib1/2 4.12 g.) Imitation | ||
| ND (420-438) | — | SNS# 438 (Type Ib1/2 4.12 g.) Imitation |
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