Dinar - Anonymous ruler 3rd version, Kushano-Sassanian style, Balkh/Boxlo mint

€150,914.00
IssuerKidarite Kingdom
Year400-430
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueDinar (20)
CurrencyDrachm (380-477)
CompositionGold
Weight7.16 g
Dimensions33 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered (scyphate)
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Göbl Kushan#EM 84/3
Obverse descriptionKushano-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
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionSiva standing facing, holding diadem and trident; behind, the bull Nandi standing left
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
EdgePlain
Mint
MintageND (400-430)  - Balkh mint -
Catalog ID1680042310
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