SASANIAN KINGS, Shapur II. 309-379 AD. AR Drachm
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SASANIAN KINGS, Shapur II. 309-379 AD. AR Drachm (4.07 gm; 30 mm). Eastern standard issue.
Obverse: A draped bust of the king facing right, wearing a mural crown with a korymbos and inner ribbon.
Reverse: A flaming fire altar flanked by two attendants (guards) wearing crowns; a small bust of Shapur (or Ahura Mazda) is typically visible within the flames.
Reference: Sunrise 836 variant
Toned Choice VF
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Sku# 197A46