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Lot 148: SASANIAN KINGS. Bahram (Varhran) IV. AD. 388-399. Æ. Extremely rare. 
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 365)
- Sold Winning Bid: $225
- 10 Bid(s)
Description
SASANIAN KINGS. Bahram (Varhran) IV. AD. 388-399. Æ (1.32 gm; 15 mm). Bahram's bust turning right with a symbol/monogram similar to Kidarite Tamgha in front of face, reverse; stand alone fire altar. Bahram IV ran a successful campaign against Kidarites and their Allied Huns who attached Roman and Persian empires. Kidarites devastated the areas in both empires, their defeat was a temporary retrieve for Sasanian court to pay attention to build fortifications that could stop such attacks in the future. Lovely strike on a full flan. Brown reddish patina. Choice Good VF. Extremely rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 148
- Listing #: 208201
- Closed: Monday, August 30, 2021 4:49:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $150