Drachma of Shapur II (ruler of Persia; 309–379). Obverse: Bust of Shapur II facing right, wearing a crown with a korymbos; Pehlevi inscription. Reverse: Fire altar with flames containing a male bust facing right; two male figures standing on either side facing each other, both holding barsomas; pearl rim; Pehlevi inscription. Sassanid art; Sassanid Kingdom; Persia. Coin, dia. 23.0 mm, weight 3.30 g.
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Drachma of Shapur II (ruler of Persia; 309–379). Obverse: Bust of Shapur II facing right, wearing a crown with a korymbos; Pehlevi inscription. Reverse: Fire altar with flames containing a male bust facing right; two male figures standing on either side facing each other, both holding barsomas; pearl rim; Pehlevi inscription. Sassanid art; Sassanid Kingdom; Persia. Coin, dia. 23.0 mm, weight 3.30 g.

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