Caption

drachma, Ardashir I (ruler of Persia; 224–242), busts, altars, crowns, Persia, Sassanid Kingdom, fire altar, korymbos, Obv.: Bust of the king with a crown topped with a korymbos, Pahlavi legend. Rev.: Fire altar, Pahlavi legend. 224–242, Persia, coin, weight 4.10 g

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A34_445

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Rights managed

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58.7Mb (8.0Mb) / 15.1in x 15.1in / 4528 x 4528 (300dpi)

Keywords

drachma Ardashir I ruler Persia 224–242 busts altars crowns Sassanid Kingdom fire altar korymbos Obv. Bust king crown topped Pahlavi legend Rev. Fire altar coin weight 4.10 g circular metallic object worn light gray surface showing raised profile bearded figure facing right figure wearing helmet headpiece textured braided elements extending downward object rim small raised dots irregular hole near top edge areas darker gray patina subtle scratches wear across face.