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Lot 187: SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II (309-379 AD). PB (Lead) Unit. RR. 
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 366)
- Sold Winning Bid: $90
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II (309-379 AD). PB (Lead) Unit (3.82 gm; 18 mm). Shapur's crowned bust turning right, symbol similar to Cypress tree with a dot below it, reverse; fire altar with attendants. Cypress tree has always been sacred to Zoroastrian religion, the Cypress of Abarkooh also known as Zoroastrian Sarv in Iran is a place of annual pilgrimage for Zoroastrians since the folk legend considers this location the birth place of prophet Zoroaster. Choice VF. Original find patina. Extremely rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 187
- Listing #: 214302
- Closed: Monday, October 4, 2021 5:02:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $150