Sasanian Empire Dinar - Varhran I, 273 – 276
type I/1
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Circulating commemorative coin
Denomination
Dinar
Year
273 – 276
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7.32
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dinar from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 273 to 276. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 7.32 g.
- Obverse
- Elaborate diademed and draped bust of Bahram I, with long beard, rayed crown and korymbos; pellet above diadem ribbons
- Reverse
- Fire altar decorated with ribbons, two attendants facing outwards, one on right wearing mural crown the other crown surmonted by globe.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (273-276) | — | Göbl# I/1 | ||
| ND (273-276) | — | SNS#116 (Modern forgery - 7.34 g.) legend barbarized |
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