Sasanian Empire Drachm - Balash
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Ruler
Walkash
(484–488)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
3 o'clock ↑→
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Sasanian Empire. Struck in Silver. Measures 28 mm and weighs 4 g.
- Obverse
- Draped bust of Balash to right, wearing elaborate mural crown. (The good king, Balash' in Pahlavi)
- Reverse
- Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants; head of Balash to right on the shaft; above altar, star and crescent; to left, Balash's name in Pahlavi; to right, mint signature.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ? | — |
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