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Extremely rare in denomination.

Lot 145: SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II, 309-379 AD. AR Obol. Unpublished. RRR.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins (Auction 373)

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  • Sold Winning Bid: $450
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Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II, 309-379 AD. AR Obol (0.65 gm; 14 mm). Sunrise 850var. Not in Sunris.$ 500 Obverse, Shapur bust turning right with caduceus symbol in front of face within two rings, reverse, fire altar with attendants but no figure in the altar within two rings. Extremely rare type with obverse symbol and multiple rings on both obverse and reverse. Lovely style. Well struck on a nice broad flan. Unpublished variety. Choice EF. Nice old cabinet toning. Extremely rare.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 145
  • Listing #: 217845
  • Closed: Monday, April 25, 2022 4:48:00 PM CT
  • Estimate: $750