Pashiz - Ardashir V (211-224) front Pashiz - Ardashir V (211-224) back
Pashiz - Ardashir V (211-224) photo
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Pashiz - Ardashir V

 
Bronze 3.3 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires)
King
Ardashir V (𐭠𐭥𐭲𐭧𐭱𐭲𐭥) (211-224)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
211-224
Value
Chalkon (1⁄48)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#416333
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Fire altar with no attendants.

Script: Aramaic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Pashiz - Ardashir V (211-224) from Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) made of Bronze weighing 3.3 g is that it features an image of the king, Ardashir V, on one side and a fire altar on the other. The fire altar was an important symbol in ancient Persian culture, representing the goddess Anahita and the element of fire. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and religious significance for the Persian Empire, and its design reflects the importance of these beliefs and symbols.