Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Coins-Inscribedca. A.D. 224–41Artwork Details
| Title | Coin, 1/6 unit |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 11/16 in. (1.7 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Coins-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. A.D. 224–41 |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1936 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 224 – 241 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 323482