Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Ardashir I type I/2 - Parthian style

€122,482.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year224-240
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueChalkous (1⁄576)
CurrencyDinar (224 AD-651 AD)
CompositionCopper
Weight3.28 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) SNS Schaaf#3-4-5
Obverse descriptionBearded head of Ardashir I facing, wearing diadem and Parthian-style tiara with pellet-in-crescent.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionFire altar decorated with ribbons, without attendants.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
Edge
Mint
MintageND (224-240)  - SNS#3 (PHASE 2a - Type I/2 Flames 1? - 4.35 g. Group / Mint A (`Stakhr`) -
ND (224-240)  - SNS#4 (PHASE 2a - Type I/2 Flames 1? - 3.45 g. Group / Mint A (`Stakhr`) -
ND (224-240)  - SNS#5 (PHASE 2a - Type I/2 Flames 1? - 3.06 g. Group / Mint A (`Stakhr`) -
Catalog ID5814727920
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