Sasanian Empire 1⁄12 Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Khusru I, 531 – 579
type I/1
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Chalkous
Year
531 – 579
Ruler
Khusro I
(531–579)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.95
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Chalkous from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 531 to 579. Struck in Copper. Measures 17 mm and weighs 0.95 g.
- Obverse
- Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing earrings and mural crown surmonted by globe or korymbos and crescent.
- Reverse
- Fire altar decorated; two attendants facing, hold long spears. Crescent and star above.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (531-579) ART | — | Göbl# I/1 - Ardashir-Khurrah / Ardaxsir-Xwarrah (Gor) |
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