Sasanian Kingdom
Shapur I
AV (Gold) | Dinar | AD 260-272
| | 3h
Coin Overview
Gold dinar of Shapur I, struck between AD 260 and 272 at Mint I (Ctesiphon), Phase II.
This remarkable issue reflects the height of Sasanian imperial power under Shapur I, celebrated for his victories over Rome and the capture of Emperor Valerian. The obverse portrait exhibits regal detail, with the mural tiara surmounted by a korymbos and adorned with a long ear flap. The reverse features the grand fire altar flanked by two attendants, symbolizing divine authority and the sanctity of royal rule within the Zoroastrian tradition.
- Kingdom: Sasanian Kingdom
- King / Ruler: Shapur I “the Great”
- Year: AD 260 to 272
- Denomination: Dinar
- Composition: Gold (AV)
- Weight: 7.42 g
- Diameter: 21.00 mm
- Orientation: 3 h
- Mint: Mint I (“Ctesiphon”), Phase II
- Reference: Sunrise 740; Cf. SNS Type 1ic/1b; Göbl Type 1/1
Obverse Description
- Bust of Shapur I facing right.
- Wearing mural tiara with korymbos and long ear flap.
- Large floriate brooch on left shoulder.
Reverse Description
- Large flaming fire altar flanked by two attendants, both wearing mural crowns and holding scepters.
- Mintmark in upper left field.
What’s in the Box
- Coin Identification Record featuring full specifications, authentication details, and a unique TerraNumis ID number that can be searched and verified online at the TerraNumis website.
- Display Frame: Transparent two-sided compression frame stand that securely holds and displays the coin.
- Packaging: Presented in a black premium TerraNumis box with authentication label and catalog reference.
Inventory# SASA–SHAP1–AV–DIN–001
(Sample presentation shown in image. Actual coin and reference ID may vary.)
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