Indo-Sasanian Kingdom Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - "kushansha" Hormizd I, 264 – 272
under Shapur I
Information
Country
Indo-Sasanian Kingdom
Indo-Sasanian Kingdom
Currency
Drachm
(230 – 360)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ pashiz / Æ unit / Æ Chalkous
Year
264 – 272
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.14
Diameter (mm)
12
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ pashiz / Æ unit / Æ Chalkous from Indo-Sasanian Kingdom. Issued from 264 to 272. Struck in Billon. Measures 12 mm and weighs 2.14 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing lion-crown and earrings; no globe, no diadem.
- Reverse
- Fire-altar of Ardashir type, with traces of bust in flames.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (264-272) | — |
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