Lot 4015

Sale 132 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Sasanian King, Varhran I, (A.D.271-274), silver drachm, (2.73 g), obv. bust to right with radiate crown, globe above, with ear flap, rev. fire altar flanked with attendants, plain shaft, (cf.Sellwood Plate II, No.18, Gobl 41 (Pl.3), SNS 99 [Pl.9], M.838). Good fine, light weight and rare.

Ex Dr L.J. Sherwin Collection, previously from CNG eSale 84 March 5, 2004 (lot 75).

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$190

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