Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Coins-Inscribedca. A.D. 420–38Artwork 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. 420–38 |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Joseph H. Durkee, 1898 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 420 – 438 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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D
ca. A.D. 399–420Drachm
O
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C1
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C1
ca. A.D. 224–41Coin, 1/6 unit
DO
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SS
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
B
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Bead
R
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SS
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
SS
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 7th century A.D.Sealing
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322365