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Lot 360: SASANIAN EMPIRE. Ca. 3rd-4th Century AD. Stamp Seal Ring Stone.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins (Auction 378)

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  • Starting Bid: $300
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SASANIAN EMPIRE. Ca. 3rd-4th Century AD. Stamp Seal Ring Stone (2.41 gm; 16mm x 12mm x 6mm). Dark-red colored stone. Pahlavi legend "ar(a)shvar" Depicting a hunting scene similar to Sasanian King Varahran, riding a horse in a hunting scene, shooting a bow. The phrase is: ar(a)shvar (Arashvar meaning: Worthy of Arash). More than likely the reference is coordinated with the image showing a man riding a horse and using the bow and arrow; a reminder of the story of "Arash-e Kamangir" in Shahnameh. Excellent condition. Rare.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 360
  • Listing #: 3765
  • Closed: Friday, July 29, 2022 12:59:40 PM CT
  • Estimate: $500