Lot 4014
Sale 132 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Sasanian King, Shapur I, (A.D. 241-272), AE chalkous, (3.32 g), obv. crowned bust right (no cheek-pieces), surmounted by korymbos, rev. fire altar with attendants facing outwards, (cf.Sellwood p.83, SNS 58, Type IIa1/1a, Gobl 27 [Pl.2]). Toned, good very fine, scarce.
Ex Dr L.J. Sherwin Collection, previously bought from M.R.Roberts (W.Holt) April 13, 2014.
- Estimate
- $60
- Result Status
- Passed in