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Connect4:
I can’t fully identify this poor specimen.  Obviously, it’s a Sasanian AE fire altar.   
Obv.  The outline appears to be Shapur II?  Within circle of pellets. Rev. Fire altar with two stylized attendants?  Monogram left field. Within circle of pellets.
 17.2-19.0   3.4gr   12h
Any suggestions would be appreciated
Thanks

mauseus:
I would have been more inclined to say Piroz I, based on the crown shape. Shapur II has individual pillars and Piroz a solid shape. Below one two from my small Sasanian gallery.

https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=2882

Regards,

Mauseus

Connect4:
Thanks Mauseus, I'll keep searching.

Kaveh A:
This is not a Sasanian coin, in fact, it’s an AE KUSHANO-SASANIAN coin, very similar and affected by Sasanian coinage. Perhaps Peroz I Kushanshah

Connect4:
Thanks Kaveh A,
The coin seems very similar.
I'll focus on these.

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