Drachm - Balash, Persian Empires

Main information

Country:
Persian Empires
Years of Minting:
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Period:
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Coin Type:
Standard circulation coin
Edge:
Smooth
Shape:
Round (irregular)
Technique:
Hammered
Mint:
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The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

Reverse

Description:

Fire altar with ribbons, flanked by two attendants; head of Balash to right on the shaft; above altar, star and crescent; to left, Balashs name in Pahlavi; to right, mint signature.

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Obverse

Description:

Draped bust of Balash to right, wearing elaborate mural crown.

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Edge

Description:

Smooth

Obverse:

before head, 'hwkd wld['hš]' = 'hukay Wardāxš'

Reverse:

Composition

Silver

Size

Weight:4.00 g
Diameter:28 mm
Thickness:n/a
Edge:Smooth

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Drachm - Balash, Persian Empires

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