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Extremely rare with dots on obverse.
Lot 179: SASANIAN KINGS. Shahpur I. 240-272 AD. Gold Dinar. RRR. 
- Starting Bid: $3,900
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Description
SASANIAN KINGS. Shahpur I. 240-272 AD. Gold Dinar (7.36 gm; 21 mm). Obverse, crowned and cuirassed bust right, Pahlavi text "The Mazda worshipper, the divine Shahpur, the king of kings of Iran who is descended from the Gods" in Pahlavi, two large dots above and below the crown's flowing ribbons, reverse, fire altar with attendants and text "Fire of Shahpur" in Pahlavi; fravahar symbol to left of flames. Göbl I/1; Paruck 81; Alram 687; MACW -; De Morgan pg. 665, 24 var.; Sunrise 740. Lovely style. Choice Superb with some luster. Extremely rare with dots on the obverse.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 179
- Listing #: 534597
- Closed: Monday, December 19, 2022 11:59:20 AM CT
- Estimate: $6,500