Sasanian Empire Drachm - Ardashir I, 224 – 241
type I/1 - Parthian style
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
224 – 241
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.33
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 224 to 241. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 21 mm and weighs 3.33 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated bearded bust of king facing, wearing Partic-style crown decorated with pellet and crescent.
- Reverse
- Decorated bust of Papak with bearded head left, wearing Partic crown decorated with pellet and crescent.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (226-240) | — | W. H. Valentine#1 | ||
| ND (224-240) | — | SNS#1 (3.73 g. Group / Mint A ("Stakhr") | ||
| ND (224-240) | — | SNS#2 (3.05 g. Group / Mint A ("Stakhr") | ||
| ND (224-241) | — | Göbl# I/1 |
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