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⅙ Dinar - Shapur II
| Gold | 1.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shapur II (309-379) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 320-379 |
| Value | ⅙ Dinar |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbon and bust right in flames, flanked by two attendants, each wearing mural crown; pseudo-legend on altar shaft
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Shapur II, who was the longest-reigning king of the Sasanian Empire, ruling for 59 years. He was known for his military campaigns against the Roman Empire and his efforts to promote Zoroastrianism as the official religion of the empire. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious values of the Sasanian Empire during Shapur II's reign.
