Sasanian Empire Pashiz / Unit / 8 Chalkoi - Ardashir I, 224 – 241
type VII
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Chalkoi
Year
224 – 241
Ruler
Ardashir I
(224–242)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
10.9
Demonetized
Yes
Description
8 Chalkoi from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 224 to 241. Struck in Copper. Measures 0 mm and weighs 10.9 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated facing bust of king facing rigth, wearing crown surmounted by crescent, in front facing bust of son Shapur I, wearing Partic-style crown.
- Reverse
- Fire Altar decorated with ribbons, without attendants.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (224-240) | — | SNS#45 (Type VIII/3a Flames 2 - 11.48 g.) Group / Mint E ("Sakastan") | ||
| ND (224-240) | — | SNS#46 (Type VIII/3a Flames 2 - 10.01 g.) Group / Mint E ("Sakastan") | ||
| ND (224-240) | — | SNS#47 (Type VIII/3a Flames 2 - 10.75 g.) Group / Mint E ("Sakastan") | ||
| ND (224-240) | — | SNS#48 (Type VIII/3a Flames 2 - 11.02 g.) Group / Mint E ("Sakastan") | ||
| ND (224-241) | — | Göbl# VII |
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