Sasanian Empire Hemidrachm - Ardashir I, 224 – 241

type II - Parthian style

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Sasanian Empire Sasanian Empire
Currency Dinar (224 – 651)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Hemidrachm
Year 224 – 241
Composition Silver (.900)
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 2
Diameter (mm) 17
Demonetized Yes

Description

Hemidrachm from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 224 to 241. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 17 mm and weighs 2 g.

Obverse
Bust of Ardashir I right, wearing diadem (type R) and Parthian-style tiara decorated with star.
Reverse
Fire altar (flames 1) with diadems (type G).

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (224-241)  Göbl# II

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