Sasanian Empire ⅙ Dinar - Ardashir I, 224 – 241
type III2/2
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Circulating commemorative coin
Denomination
⅙ Dinar - Ardashir I
Year
224 – 241
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.46
Diameter (mm)
14
Demonetized
Yes
Description
⅙ Dinar - Ardashir I from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 224 to 241. Struck in Gold. Measures 14 mm and weighs 1.46 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Ardashir I right, wearing diadem (type R) and close-fitting headdress with korymbos and no earflaps, pellets flanking headdress.
- Reverse
- Fire altar (flames 2) with diadems (type G).
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (224-241) | — | Göbl# III2/2 |
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