Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Coins-Inscribedca. A.D. 399–420Artwork Details
| Title | Drachm |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.05 in. (0.13 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Coins-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. A.D. 399–420 |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Joseph H. Durkee, 1898 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 399 – 420 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322364