Drachm - Shapur II

€410,176.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year309-379
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueDrachm (1⁄12)
CurrencyDinar (224 AD-651 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight4.24 g
Dimensions24 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) SNS PBW3#Ib1/3a
Obverse descriptionDraped bust with crenellated crown, korymbos and diadem to the right.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionFire altar decorated with ribbons, bust on it to the right, inscription on the column, a king with a crenellated crown on each side, the one on the left also with a korymbos and a sword on the inside.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
EdgeSmooth
Mint
MintageND (309-379)  - -
Catalog ID3705800080
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