Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Ardashir I type III1a/2 - Left-facing type

€124,336.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year224-241
TypePattern
ValueChalkous (1⁄576)
CurrencyDinar (224 AD-651 AD)
CompositionCopper
Weight1.99 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Göbl Sasan#III/1a/2, SNS Schaaf#40
Obverse descriptionDecorated facing bust of king left, wearing crown and surmounted by globe or korymbos.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionFire altar? Legend unclear
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
Edge
Mint
MintageND (224-240)  - SNS#40 (Type IIIb/3? - var. head to left - Flames ? - 1.99 g.) Group / Mint B (`Hamadan`) -
ND (224-241)  - Göbl# III1a/2 -
Catalog ID2062919230
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