1 Drachm Hephthalite Empire Billon

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Denomination:

1 Drachm

Metal:

Billon

State:

Hephthalite Empire

Issue year(s):

710 - 720

Reference: Göbl 257. R!
Mint Period: 710-720 AD
Denomination: AR Drachm
Ruler: Shahi Tigin (710-720 AD)
Material: Silver (low purity)
Diameter: 25mm
Weight: 2.52gm

Obverse: Crowned sasanian type bust right, wearing flame-topped crown. Inscription to right. All within a border of pellets.

Reverse: Stylized fire altar flanked by attendants.

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Hepthalites (White Huns), Shahi Tigin. (710-720 AD) AR Drachm Coin. R!

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