Lot 278: Sasanian Kingdom. Shapur I. A.D. 240-272. AV dinar. Mint I ("Ctesiphon"), ca. A.D. 260-272.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 23 (Auction 329)

Description

Sasanian Kingdom. Shapur I. A.D. 240-272. AV dinar (22 mm, 7.30 g, 4 h). Mint I ("Ctesiphon"), ca. A.D. 260-272. Diademed bust of Shapur I right, wearing mural crown with korymbos / Fire altar flanked by two attendants standing gazing away from the fire, each wearing mural crown. SNS type IIc/1b; Göbl type 1/1; Sunrise 739. Excellent centering and full borders. Extremely fine.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 278
Listing #: 206629
Closed: Friday, April 6, 2018 5:32:20 PM CT
Estimate: $3,000

Sold Winning Bid: $8,000
12 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 278
Listing #: 206629
Closed: Friday, April 6, 2018 5:32:20 PM CT
Estimate: $3,000