Sasanian Empire Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Varhran V, 420 – 438

type I/1

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Sasanian Empire Sasanian Empire
Currency Dinar (224 – 651)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Chalkous
Year 420 – 438
Ruler Wahram V (420–438)
Composition Lead (or copper)
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 4
Diameter (mm) 20
Demonetized Yes

Description

Chalkous from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 420 to 438. Struck in Lead (or copper). Measures 20 mm and weighs 4 g.

Obverse
Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing earrings and mural crown surmounted by globe or korymbos.
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons, two attendants facing inwards.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (420-438)  Göbl# I/1
ND (420-438)  SNS# 432 (Type Ia/2 2.04 g.) Uncertain Mint (Copper)
ND (420-438)  SNS# 433 (Type Ia/2 3.08 g.) Uncertain Mint (Lead)

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