Sasanian Greece

This category groups coins minted in Greece under Sasanian rule, a period roughly spanning from -650 to 650. It documents the cultural and political influence of the Sasanian Empire on Greek territories, reflecting the trade exchanges and power dynamics of that era.

The coins of Sasanian Greece offer a unique glimpse into the fusion of Greek and Persian monetary traditions. They feature mixed iconographies, integrating symbols and inscriptions characteristic of both cultures. These pieces constitute valuable evidence for understanding the history of late antique Greece and Sasanian expansion.

Explore this selection to discover drachmas, obols, and other denominations minted in different regions of Greece, bearing the distinctive marks of Sasanian authority. The study of these coins allows us to reconstruct the trade networks, political allegiances, and social transformations of this complex period.