© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
Pashiz / Unit / Chalkous - Ardashir I type I/2 - Parthian style
| Copper | 3.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ardashir I (224-242) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 224-240 |
| Value | Chalkous (1⁄576) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#122482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons, without attendants.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Parthian and Sasanian styles, reflecting the cultural exchange and influences of the time. The coin's design includes a combination of Parthian-style horsemen and Sasanian-style royal symbols, such as the crown and the crescent moon, which were not typically found on coins of the Sasanian Empire. This fusion of styles is a testament to the cultural diversity and exchange that occurred during the reign of Ardashir I, the founder of the Sasanian Empire.
