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⅙ Dinar - Ardashir I type 3a
| Gold | 1.41 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ardashir I (224-242) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 233-238 |
| Value | ⅙ Dinar |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | 0242 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#379109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar (flames 2) with diadems (type G).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ardashir I, the founder of the Sasanian Empire, on one side, and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol of the Zoroastrian religion, which was the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire. This coin was minted during Ardashir's reign, which lasted from 233 to 238 AD, and it was used as a form of currency throughout the empire.
