Sasanian Empire Obol - Varhran II, 276 – 293
type I/1
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Obol
Year
276 – 293
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.6
Diameter (mm)
14
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Obol from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 276 to 293. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 14 mm and weighs 0.6 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Varhran II right, wearing winged crown with korymbos, pellet, crescent, pellet behind korymbos
- Reverse
- Fire altar, flanked by two attendants, the one on left wearing winged crown with korymbos, the other wearing mural crown.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (276-293) | — | Göbl# I/1 | ||
| ND (276-293) | — | SNS#138 (Type I/1 - 0.44 g.) Style B |
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