Drachm - Shapur I

€379,479.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year240-272
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueDrachm (1⁄12)
CurrencyDinar (224 AD-651 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight4.14 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to0272
Reference(s) Göbl Sasan#I/1
Obverse descriptionBust of Shahpur I right, wearing diadem and mural crown with korymbos
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionFire altar flanked by two attendants wearing mural crowns; pellets flanking flames.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
EdgeSmooth
Mint
MintageND (240-272)  - -
Catalog ID3220306120
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