Sasanian Kings, Bahram V, AE Pashiz, Gondishapur Mint, Circa 420-438 AD- RR

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Central Asian, Sasanian Kings, Bahram V, 420-438 AD, Gondishapur Mint, AE Pashiz (bronze, 1.53g, 14mm)
Obv: Draped bust of Bahram V to right, wearing elaborate crown
Rev: Fire altar with two attendants, “GN” for Gondishapur on the right
Ref: Göbl type I/1 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, aEF (lovely strick with unusually beautiful details struck on broad flan)
Note: Bahram V, also known as Bahram Gur, ruled the Sasanian Empire from 420 to 438 AD. He was famed for military campaigns against the Eastern Roman Empire and his love for hunting. Bahram’s reign was characterized by cultural patronage and religious tolerance, leaving a lasting impact on Persian history. The Sasanian Empire, spanning from 224 to 651 AD, was a dominant power in the Near East. Founded by Ardashir I, it replaced the Parthian Empire and reached its zenith under Shapur I. Zoroastrianism was its state religion, and its culture left a lasting mark on Persian identity. The Sasanians engaged in conflicts with the Roman Empire and were known for their intricate art and architecture. The empire’s decline came with the Byzantine-Sasanian Wars, followed by the Arab conquests. Despite its fall, the Sasanian Empire’s influence endured in Persian culture and history. The Sasanian Empire was known for its promotion of Zoroastrianism as the state religion.