Sasanian Empire Dinar - Shapur I, 241 – 272
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Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Circulating commemorative coin
Denomination
Dinar
Year
241 – 272
Ruler
Shapur I
(240–270)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7.57
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dinar from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 241 to 272. Struck in Gold. Measures 22 mm and weighs 7.57 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing mural crown earmuffs and surmonted by globe or korymbos.
- Reverse
- Fire altar decorated with ribbons, two attendants facing outwards.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (241-272) | — | Göbl# I |
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