Dinar - Shapur III
| Gold | 7.30 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shapur III (383-386) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Dinar (1) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.30 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60912 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons. Bust of Ahuramazda to right within flames; two attendants facing inwards.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Photo: Göbl#-SNS# 334 without letter/symbol on obverse
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dinar - Shapur III (383-388) coin is that it features an image of the Sasanian king Shapur III on one side and a representation of the goddess Anahita on the other. Anahita is the goddess of fertility, water, and wisdom in ancient Persian mythology, and her depiction on the coin highlights the importance of these qualities in Sasanian culture.
