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Lovely strike. Superb. Lustrous.
Lot 207: SASANIAN KINGS. Valkash, 484-488 AD. AR Drachm. 
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 373)
- Starting Bid: $150
- 0 Bid(s)
Description
SASANIAN KINGS. Valkash, 484-488 AD. AR Drachm (4.01 gm; 29 mm). Crowned bust of Valkash turning right with shoulder flame within a standard double ring, reverse, fire altar with attendants in standard prayer type, mint abbreviation "AS" for Asuristan or Aspanvar or Aspahan to the right, no name "Valkash" to the left. SNS type Ib/1b (pl. 100, 4-9); Göbl type I/1; Mochiri 553; Paruck 365; Saeedi 255; Sunrise 954var. Standard issue, mint in the flat spot but seems to be ST (Istakhr), no date. Lovely strike. Choice Superb. Lustrous.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 207
- Listing #: 217886
- Closed: Monday, April 25, 2022 5:08:40 PM CT
- Estimate: $250