Source:Auction House

Silver Drachm

Shapur II

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Obverse

Mature bust right with more elaborate crown featuring additional crescents.

Reverse

Fire altar with two attendants. Late style with larger flames.

Mint

Stakhr

Date

c. 360-379 CE

Diameter

25mm

Weight

4.12g

Composition

Silver (AR)

Reference

Göbl Type II/1

Notes

Later issue showing stylistic evolution during his long reign.

Complete Specifications

KingShapur II
DenominationSilver Drachm
SourceAuction House
ObverseMature bust right with more elaborate crown featuring additional crescents.
ReverseFire altar with two attendants. Late style with larger flames.
MintStakhr
Datec. 360-379 CE
Diameter25mm
Weight4.12g
CompositionSilver (AR)
ReferenceGöbl Type II/1