Lot 131: SASANIAN KINGS. Ardashir I. (AD 223/4-240). AR Drachm. Mint C (“Ctesiphon”)

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 344)

Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Ardashir I. (AD 223/4-240). AR Drachm (3.06 gm; 23 mm). Mint C (“Ctesiphon”). Phase 2c, circa AD 226/7-228/30. Bust right, wearing diadem (type R) and Parthian-style tiara decorated with star / Fire altar (flames 1) with diadems (type R). SNS type IIe(3c)/3a(2b); Göbl type II/4a/2; Paruck -; Saeedi 16; Sunrise 698. Some light porosity, otherwise well struck. Choice EF.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 131
Listing #: 185662
Closed: Monday, December 23, 2019 3:43:20 PM CT
Estimate: $500

Sold Winning Bid: $310
2 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 131
Listing #: 185662
Closed: Monday, December 23, 2019 3:43:20 PM CT
Estimate: $500