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Lot 217: SASANIAN KINGS, Shahpur II, AD 309-379. AE unit. Very rare. 
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 350)
- Starting Bid: $120
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Description
SASANIAN KINGS, Shahpur II, AD 309-379. AE unit (3.28 gm; 21 mm). No mint. Bust of Shapur II right, wearing mural crown with korymbos, double border, traces of some Latin letters left from a Roman under-type / Fire altar with ribbon and bust right in flames, flanked by two attendants, each wearing mural crown with korymbos, double border. Gobl SN V/8. Over struck on a Roman coin. Lovely strike on anice broad flan. Double borderline of dots. Choice VF. Nice original find patina. Very rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 217
- Listing #: 191560
- Closed: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 5:12:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $200