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Sasanian Kingdom
Peroz I
AR (Silver) | Drachm | AD 457/9-484
| | 3h
$90.00
Coin Overview
Silver drachm of Peroz I, struck between AD 457/9 and 484 at the AS mint (Khuzistan).
Peroz I’s coinage is recognized for its distinctive crescent-topped crown and fully developed altar scene featuring attendants, astral symbols, and clear Pahlavi inscriptions. His issues reflect the strong ceremonial continuity of late Sasanian royal ideology, emphasizing fire veneration and divine sanction through standardized iconography.
Specifications
- Kingdom: Sasanian Kingdom
- King / Ruler: Peroz I
- Year: AD 457/9-484
- Denomination: Drachm
- Composition: Silver
- Weight: 3.35 g
- Diameter: 26.40 mm
- Orientation: 3 h
- Mint: AS (Khuzistan)
- Reference: SNS III Type IIIb/1c; Göbl III/1
Obverse Description
- Crowned bust of Peroz I facing right.
- Crescent on forehead.
- Crown wings and ribbons visible.
- Beaded border around.
Reverse Description
- Fire altar with ribbons.
- Two attendants standing at the sides of the altar.
- Star and crescent flanking the flames.
- “Peroz” in Pahlavi on the left.
- Mint mark “AS” on the right.
What’s in the Box
- Coin Identification Record featuring full specifications, authentication details, and a unique TerraNumis ID number that can be searched and verified online at the TerraNumis website.
- Display Frame: Transparent two-sided compression frame stand that securely holds and displays the coin.
- Packaging: Presented in a black premium TerraNumis box with authentication label and catalog reference.
Inventory# SASA-PIR-AR-DR-003
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