© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
© A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd
Scyphate Gold Dinar 3rd Type
| Gold (Somewhat Debased) | 7.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Kidarite Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Years | 390-400 |
| Value | Dinar (20) |
| Currency | Drachm (380-477) |
| Composition | Gold (Somewhat Debased) |
| Weight | 7.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goddess seated, facing forward on a throne. Lettering around.
Edge
Plain, Scyphate.
Comment
Based on the Kushan style of coinage, very similar to another type issued with Shiva. The Reverses of such coins are generally weaker in strike, and these coins are somewhat more debased than their predecessors. Weight varies (usually 7.2-8 grams) as do other dimensions.
