Lot 140: SASANIAN KINGS. Shahpur I. AD 240-272. BI Tetradrachm. Extremely rare.

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 353)

Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Shahpur I. AD 240-272. Billon Tetradrachm (12.40 gm; 26 mm). Ctesiphon mint. Phase 2, ca. 260-272 AD. Draped bust right, wearing diadem and mural crown surmounted by a korymbos; one pellet above and two below diadem ties / Fire-altar flanked by two regal attendants wearing mural crowns, symbol to left of flames. SNS Type IIc/1b, Style P, Group d/1, 151; Göbl type I/1. Choice VF. Toned. Extremely Rare.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 140
Listing #: 215055
Closed: Monday, October 5, 2020 4:46:20 PM CT
Estimate: $400

Sold Winning Bid: $305
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 140
Listing #: 215055
Closed: Monday, October 5, 2020 4:46:20 PM CT
Estimate: $400