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Drachm - Varhran VI (type I/1)
Country: Sasanian Empire
(Persia)
Denomination: AR Drachm
(1/12)
Year: 590-591
Material: Silver (.900)
Weight: 4.06 g
Shape: Round (irregular)
Diameter: 30 mm
Type: Common coin
Catalog list: sasanian empirepersia
Description:
Obverse
Decorated facing bust of king right, wearing earrings and crown surmounted by crescent.
Two stars above.
Reverse
Fire altar decorated with ribbons; two attendants facing.
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