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Countermarked Arab-Sasanian Copper Coins of Jahrom

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Arab-Sasanian copper coins bearing the "Jahrom" countermark are briefly introduced in multiple sources. However, unfortunately, such samples' high rarity made it hard for researchers to study these countermarks properly. Recently, we had the opportunity to examine a collection of these coins thoroughly and identify multiple new countermarks for the first time. This research is dedicated to the introduction and classification of these new countermarks. We also hope to answer some questions along the way. What was the role and importance of Jahrom city in the pre-Islamic era? What evidence of pre-Islamic civilizations reside in the territory? What are the meaning and the use of these countermarks? Who was possibly responsible, and what was the reason behind countermarking these coins?

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