Lot 283: Sasanian Kingdom. Ardashir I, with Shapur I. A.D. 223/4-240. Æ unit. Uncertain mint, A.D. 233/4-238/9.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 19 (Auction 323)

Description

Sasanian Kingdom. Ardashir I, with Shapur I. A.D. 223/4-240. Æ unit (27 mm, 9.90 g, 6 h). Uncertain mint, A.D. 233/4-238/9. Bust of Ardashir I right, wearing diadem and close-fitting headdress with korymbos and earflaps, facing helmeted and diademed bust of Shahpur left / Fire altar with diadems. SNS type VIII(5)/3a(2b); Göbl type VII/2; Saeedi 76; Sunrise 727. Rare. Brown patina, light porosity. Very fine.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 283
Listing #: 198432
Closed: Friday, March 17, 2017 5:34:00 PM CT
Estimate: $300
Collection: Hellenistic Regal Bronzes

Sold Winning Bid: $180
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 283
Listing #: 198432
Closed: Friday, March 17, 2017 5:34:00 PM CT
Estimate: $300
Collection: Hellenistic Regal Bronzes