★ Struck over an earlier Roman coin. ★

SASANIAN KINGS. Bahram (Varhran) IV (388-399 AD). Æ (2.02 gm; 20 mm). Bahram's bust turning right monogram of head of a hare or rabbit in front of face, reverse; stand alone fire altar with no with attendants, Extremely rare monogram as all ancient cultures including the Sasanians held dear the hare or rabbit due to its fertility and swiftness. See ONS No 217, Autumn 2013, article by Bahram Badiyi "A brief note on three Sasanian Copper and Bronze coins". Struck over an earlier Roman coin. Choice VF. Original find green patina. Exteremly rare.