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Lot 154: SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II. 309-379 AD. AR Drachm. Mint V (Sakastan).

AUCTION:  Pars Coins (Auction 373)

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  • Sold Winning Bid: $75
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Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II. 309-379 AD. AR Drachm (3.91 gm; 21 mm). Mint V (Sakastan). Struck circa AD 320-379. Bust right, wearing mural crown with korymbos and inner ribbon; large n to right / Fire altar with ribbon and bust right in flames; flanked by two attendants, each wearing mural crown with korymbos; no legends. SNS type Ib1/3a (pl. 7, 92-4); MK 1297 (Mint VII); Göbl type Ia/6a; Paruck -; Saeedi -; Sunrise 836. Well struck on a nice compact flan. Struck in high relief. Nice original find patina. Scarce.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 154
  • Listing #: 217852
  • Closed: Monday, April 25, 2022 4:51:00 PM CT
  • Estimate: $125