Lot 173: SASANIAN KINGS. Bahram V. AD. 420-438. AR Drachm. LYW (Rev Ardashir).

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 372)

Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Varahran (Bahram) V. AD. 420-438. AR Drachm (4.18 gm; 28 mm). LYW (Rev Ardashir) or AW (Ahwaz) mint- letters badly re-engraved on earlier mint letters thus obliterated-2nd series. Bust right, wearing mural crown with korymbos set on crescent / Fire altar with head of Bahram right on shaft; flanked by two attendants. SNS type Ia/2; Göbl type I/2; Paruck -; Saeedi -; Sunrise 922. Choice FDC. Fully lustrous. Lightly toned

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 173
Listing #: 207332
Closed: Monday, March 28, 2022 4:57:20 PM CT
Estimate: $65

Sold Winning Bid: $50
3 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 173
Listing #: 207332
Closed: Monday, March 28, 2022 4:57:20 PM CT
Estimate: $65