Sasanian Empire Obol - Varhran II, 276 – 293
type IV/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)
0.55
Diameter (mm)
13
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Obol from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 276 to 293. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 13 mm and weighs 0.55 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing earrings and winged crown surmounted by globe or korymbos, in front facing bust of the son left, wearing a boar-crown.
- Reverse
- Fire altar decorated with ribbons, two attendantes facing outwards.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (276-293) | — | Göbl# IV/1 | ||
| ND (276-293) | — | SNS#156 (Type III/1 - 0.53 g.) Style I ("HWPY") |
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