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⅙ Dinar - Narseh
| Gold | 1.35 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Narseh (293-302) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 293-303 |
| Value | ⅙ Dinar |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#419066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbon; flanked by two attendants, both wearing mural crowns, the left with korymbos; standard monograms of Caduceus and Faravahar flanking flames, 3 large pellets on altar shaft.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Narseh, who ruled the Sasanian Empire during a time of great turmoil and political upheaval. Despite these challenges, Narseh was able to maintain the empire's territorial integrity and military strength, and his reign is remembered as a period of relative stability and prosperity. The coin's design, which includes an image of the king and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and religious values of the Sasanian Empire during this time.
