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Lot 69: SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur I. 240-272 AD. Gold Dinar.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins Bargain eSale #18

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SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur I. 240-272 AD. Gold Dinar (7.38 gm; 21 mm). "The Mazda worshipper, the divine Shahpur, the king of kings of Iran who is descended from the Gods" in Pahlavi (crude), crowned and cuirassed bust right / "Fire of Shahpur" in Pahlavi (crude), fire altar with attendants; faravahr symbol (wreath) to left of flames. Göbl I/1; Paruck 81; Alram 687; MACW -; De Morgan pg. 665, 24 var. (no symbol); Sunrise 740. Well struck on a full flan. Choice FDC. Lustrous.
Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 69
  • Listing #: 1008019
  • Closed: Thursday, April 25, 2024 11:22:40 AM CT
  • Estimate: $5,000