Drachm Countermarked, Sassanian type, Chaganian imitation of Khusro I, Northern Tokharistan mint

€1.00
IssuerAlchon Huns
Year500-540
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueDrachm (1)
CurrencyDrachm (380-560 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight2.27 g
Dimensions26 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionBust of Sasanian king Khusro I right; around; three c/m`s of Sogdian heads
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionFire altar between two attendants; Uncertain Bactrian rev. countermarks - possibly arrows
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
EdgePlain
Mint
MintageND (500-540)  - -
Catalog ID8772212510
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