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PREI · 11.0136

Sasanian Coin of Varahran II

3rd century
Silver
2,6 х 2,7 cm
Original

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Description

The coin of Varahran II was minted in the 3rd century CE during the reign of the Sasanian king Varahran II. It typically depicts the ruler’s profile with a crown on the obverse, while the reverse side features religious symbols such as Zoroastrian motifs, stars, or solar imagery. These coins served not only as instruments of economic exchange but also as symbols of royal authority and religious belief. The Varahran II coin is an important historical source for understanding the political and cultural life of the Sasanian era.