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Collection Online as of May 15, 2026

Two sides of a silver coin feature an inscription circling an image on both sides (see "Inscriptions" field). On the left, a profile bust of Hormizd II faces right, wearing a crown topped with a dotted sphere and bird heads, with a long, pointed beard. On the right, two standing figures in pleated robes flank a central fire altar with a small bust emerging from the flames.

Drachm: Bust of Hormizd II (obverse); Fire altar with bust (reverse)

303–9 CE

Iran,

(minted), Sasanian Empire (224–651 CE), reign of Hormizd II (303–309)
silver
Diameter: 2.6 x 0.1 cm (1 x 1/16 in.)
Gift of Robert Goebl 1966.738
Location: 102A Ancient Near East(not visible)
  • Year in Review: 1967. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH (organizer) (November 29-December 31, 1967).
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