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Dinar - Hormizd I
| Gold | 8.06 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Indo-Sasanian Kingdom (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Hormizd I (265-295) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 252-256 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Currency | Drachm (230 AD-360 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.06 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#73112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Siva standing before bull Nandi, on base line.
God in Sasanian garment, with Sasanian diadem; top-hair standing on end; head 3/4 profile; trident in left, noose in right hand,
Kushan and Greek legend.
Comment
Carter 29 var. (Brahmi letter below tamgha and no pellets in outer margin)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dinar - Hormizd I (252-256) coin is that it features an image of the king, Hormizd I, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol in Zoroastrianism, the dominant religion of the Sasanian Empire at the time. This coin is a rare example of a Sasanian coin that features both the king and a religious symbol, highlighting the importance of religion and kingship in Sasanian culture.
