Kidarite Kingdom Dinar - Anonymous ruler, 400 – 430
3rd version, Kushano-Sassanian style, Balkh/Boxlo mint
Information
Country
Kidarite Kingdom
Kidarite Kingdom
Currency
Kidarites
(380 – 477)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dinar - Anonymous ruler
Year
400 – 430
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Weight (g)
7.16
Diameter (mm)
33
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dinar - Anonymous ruler from Kidarite Kingdom. Issued from 400 to 430. Struck in Gold. Measures 33 mm and weighs 7.16 g.
- Obverse
- Kushano-Sasanian style figure (Vahram) standing left on ground line, wearing lotus crown with ribbons and surmounted by pomegranate, flames at shoulders, sacrificing at altar and holding trident; to left, trident standard above altar, middle prong surmounted by crescent; tamgha to right
- Reverse
- Siva standing facing, holding diadem and trident; behind, the bull Nandi standing left
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400-430) | — | Balkh mint |
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