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Drachm - Shapur III type I/
| Silver (.900) | 3.82 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shapur III (383-386) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 383-388 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 3.82 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#77674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons. Bust of Ahuramazda to right within flames; two attendants facing inwards.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Shapur III on one side and a fire altar on the other, which was a symbol of the Zoroastrian religion that was prevalent in the Sasanian Empire at the time.
