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Drachm - Walkash
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire |
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| Year | 485-488 |
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| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
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| Obverse description | Draped bust of Vālaxš (Balāsh) facing right, surmounted by a mural crown adorned with a korymbos set upon a crescent. A ribbon is visible on the left shoulder, and flames rise on the right side of the crown, a characteristic Sasanian royal iconographic element. The portrait is rendered in typical late Sasanian hammered style with fine detail to the facial features and regalia. |
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| Reverse description | Central fire altar with pendant ribbons, upon the shaft of which appears the bust of Vālaxš (Balāsh) facing right, a distinctive feature identifying this ruler's coinage. Two royal attendants stand flanking the altar in profile, each holding a staff or spear. A star and crescent appear in the upper field flanking the flames atop the altar, symbolizing divine royal authority. The composition follows standard Sasanian reverse iconography with minor individuating details specific to this reign. |
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| Mintage | ND (485-488) |
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