Drachm - Shapur I

€411,356.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year244-253
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 to
Reference(s) SNS PBW1#IIc/1a, Göbl Sasan#I/1, Sunrise#737
Obverse description
Obverse script
Obverse letteringBust of Shapur I right, wearing diadem and mural crown with korymbos decorated with pellets surrounded by ring of pellets.
Reverse descriptionFire altar, flanked by two attendants wearing diadems (type 3b) and mural crowns
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
EdgeSmooth
Mint
MintageND (244-253)  - -
Catalog ID7808909960
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