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One of two rare Sasanian coins given to her by the late Prof. Paul Balog:: CM.225-1998

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Titles

One of two rare Sasanian coins given to her by the late Prof. Paul Balog:

Maker(s)

Ruler: Ardashir I (224-242)

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Description

Sasanian, Ardaxsir I (224-41), AR drachm, class 2 (Göbl II/1/2), 3.12g. The first imperial Sasanian coin.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1998-06-08) by Travaini, Lucia

Dating

224 - 241

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 3.12 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.225-1998
Primary reference Number: 277688
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Created: Tuesday 8 December 2020 Updated: Monday 11 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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