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Drachm - Shapur I eagle-crown
| Silver (.900) | 4.67 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shapur I (240-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240-272 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 4.67 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The fire-altar (atasdan)is in the form of high column with a capitellum and base. Along the sides of atasdan there are two figures in "corona muralis crown" with swords by their waists and spears in their hands. The figures stand with their backs to the altar.
Pahlavi legend
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Lettering: NWR ' ZY shpwhr
Translation: Fire (fire-temple) of Shapur
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle crown on the obverse (front) side, which was a distinctive feature of Sasanian Empire coins during the reign of Shapur I. The eagle crown symbolized the king's authority and power, and it was used on many coins during this period.
