Obol - Ardashir I type IV
| Silver (.900) | 0.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ardashir I (224-242) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 224-241 |
| Value | Obol (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#87233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar with diadems.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ardashir I, the founder of the Sasanian Empire, 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, and it represents the king's role as a protector of the faith.
