Sasanian Empire Obol - Valkash, 484 – 488
tupe Ib/1a
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Obol
Year
484 – 488
Ruler
Walkash
(484–488)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.47
Diameter (mm)
13.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Obol from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 484 to 488. Struck in Silver. Measures 13.5 mm and weighs 0.47 g.
- Obverse
- Bust right, wearing merlon crown with korymbos set on crescent, ribbon on left shoulder, flames on right
- Reverse
- Fire altar with ribbons and head of Balash right on shaft; attendants flanking, star and crescent flanking flames.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (484-488) | — | SNS# 520 (Type I/1 0.50 g.) Persepolis (Istakhr) Fars |
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