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Dinar - Hormizd I Crown of boya
| Gold | 7.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Indo-Sasanian Kingdom (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Shah | Hormizd I (265-295) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | 1 Dinar |
| Currency | Drachm (230 AD-360 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#73167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Siva standing before bull Nandi; head of bull in full front view; God in Sasanian garment, with Sasanian diadem, trident in left, noose in right hand.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Hormizd I wearing a distinctive crown known as the "Crown of Boya," which was a symbol of the king's authority and power.
