SASSANIAN EMPIRE. Shahpur I, A.D. 240-272. AV Dinar (7.35 gms), Mint I (“Ctesiphon”), ca. A.D. 260-272. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Scratch. Göbl type-I/1. Obverse: Bust right, wearing diadem and mural crown with korymbos; Reverse: Fire altar flanked by two attendants wearing mural crowns. Despite the noted scratch, this specimen remains highly enchanting and enticing, with a pale yellow hue and a well centered strike upon each side.