Lot 278: SASANIAN KINGS. Kavad I. AD. 488-497. AR Drachm. Mint: SHI(Shiz). Scarce.

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 350)

Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Kavad I, 1st reign. AD. 488-497. AR Drachm (3.72 gm; 28 mm). First reign. SHI (Shiz) mint, no year. Bust right, wearing mural crown with frontal crescent and korymbos set on crescent, ribbons and crescents on shoulders; star behind crown / Fire altar with ribbons; flanked by two attendants; star and crescent flanking flames. SNS type I/1 (pl. 108, 35-6); Gobl type I/1; Saeedi -; Sunrise 959. Choice EF. Lightly toned. Scarce.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 278
Listing #: 191566
Closed: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 5:32:20 PM CT
Estimate: $100

Sold Winning Bid: $65
2 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 278
Listing #: 191566
Closed: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 5:32:20 PM CT
Estimate: $100