Sasanian Empire Dinar - Shapur I, 260 – 272
Information
Country
Sasanian Empire
Sasanian Empire
Currency
Dinar
(224 – 651)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
Dinar
Year
260 – 272
Ruler
Shapur I
(240–270)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered (Die Alignment: 2h)
Weight (g)
7.42
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
0270
Description
Dinar from Sasanian Empire. Issued from 260 to 272. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 7.42 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Shahpur I right, wearing mural tiara with ear flap and korymbos; one pellet above and two pellets below diadem ties
- Reverse
- Fire altar flanked by two attendants standing facing, turned outward, both wearing a mural crown; mintmark to left of flames.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (260-272) | — | Phase 2 |
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