Obol - Shapur II

€417,530.00
IssuerSasanian Empire
Year320-379
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueObol (1⁄72)
CurrencyDinar (224 AD-651 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight0.65 g
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Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
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In circulation to
Reference(s) SNS Iran#Ib1/3a, Göbl Sasan#Ia/6a, Sunrise#866
Obverse descriptionBust of Shapur II right, wearing mural crown with korymbos and inner ribbon, upward crescent to right.
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Reverse descriptionFire altar with ribbon and bust right in flames, flanked by two attendants, each wearing mural crown with korymbos.
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Mint
MintageND (320-379)  - -
Catalog ID2125875370
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