Dinar - Shapur I

€394,449.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year260-272
TypeNon-circulating coin
ValueDinar (1)
CurrencyDinar (224 AD-651 AD)
CompositionGold
Weight7.38 g
Dimensions23 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Göbl Sasan#I/1
Obverse descriptionDraped bust of Shahpur I right, wearing mural tiara with korymbos and long ear flap
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionFire altar flanked by two attendants standing facing, turned outwards, wearing mural crowns and korymbos, grounded scepter in outer hand.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
EdgeSmooth
Mint
MintageND (260-272)  - -
Catalog ID9629798670
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