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Sasanian, Khusru II (AD 590, 591-628), first reign, AR drachm, type 1, year 1 (AD 590), MY (Mesan?) mint, 4.13g.: CM.184-1997

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Titles

Sasanian, Khusru II (AD 590, 591-628), first reign, AR drachm, type 1, year 1 (AD 590), MY (Mesan?) mint, 4.13g.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Cosroes II (590-628)

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Description

Sasanian, Khusru II (590, 591-628), first reign, AR drachm, type 1, year 1 (AD 590), MY (Mesan?) mint, 4.13g.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1997-01-20) by Dr and Mrs Marcus Philips

Dating

Production date: AD 0590

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 4.13 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.184-1997
Primary reference Number: 269974
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Created: Tuesday 17 November 2020 Updated: Tuesday 5 October 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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