drachma, Shapur II (ruler of Persia; 309–379). Obv.: Bust of Shapur II facing right; on his head is a crown topped with a korymbos. Pahlavi inscription. Rev.: Burning altar, in its flames a male bust facing right; on the sides stand two male figures facing each other, both holding swords; pearl rim. Pahlavi inscription. 309–379, Persia. Coin: diameter 22.0–22.5 mm, weight 3.67 g.
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drachma, Shapur II (ruler of Persia; 309–379). Obv.: Bust of Shapur II facing right; on his head is a crown topped with a korymbos. Pahlavi inscription. Rev.: Burning altar, in its flames a male bust facing right; on the sides stand two male figures facing each other, both holding swords; pearl rim. Pahlavi inscription. 309–379, Persia. Coin: diameter 22.0–22.5 mm, weight 3.67 g.

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drachma Shapur II ruler Persia 309–379 Obv. Bust facing right head crown topped korymbos Pahlavi inscription Rev. Burning altar flames male bust sides stand two male figures facing holding swords pearl rim Coin diameter 22.0–22.5 mm weight 3.67 g round metallic object textured worn surface shades silver gray darker tarnished showing raised central scene human- figures column- structure outer edge beaded rim object displays irregular wear small pits scratches.

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