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Dinar - Wahram IV
| Gold | 7.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Wahram IV (388-399) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 388-389 |
| Value | Dinar (1) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.07 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#412656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fire altar with ribbons
Edge
Plain
Comment
Adurbadagan mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dinar - Wahram IV (388-389) coin is that it features an image of the Sasanian king, Wahram IV, 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.
