1⁄12 Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Khusru I (type I/1) (531-579) front 1⁄12 Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Khusru I (type I/1) (531-579) back
1⁄12 Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Khusru I (type I/1) (531-579) photo
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1⁄12 Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Khusru I type I/

 
Copper 0.95 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651))
Emperor
Khusro I (531-579)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
531-579
Value
Chalkous (1⁄576)
Currency
Dinar (224 AD-651 AD)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.95 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#158615
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Fire altar decorated; two attendants facing, hold long spears.
Crescent and star above.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used during the reign of Khusru I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to centralize the government, which helped to stabilize the empire and promote trade and commerce.