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One of sixteen Kushano-Sasanian copper coins, 3rd/4th cent. AD: CM.4-1996

Object information

Awaiting location update

Titles

One of sixteen Kushano-Sasanian copper coins, 3rd/4th cent. AD

Maker(s)

Ruler: Peroz I Kushanshah (c.245-275)

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Description

Kushano-Sasanian, Peroz I (c.245-70), AE, Bactrian series, king seated with lion-head crown; rev. Siva and bull (Cribb 20), 3.44g.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1996-01-22) by Grierson, Philip, Prof.

Dating

Circa 245 - Circa 270

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Weight 3.44 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.4-1996
Primary reference Number: 272603
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 17 November 2020 Updated: Wednesday 29 September 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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