Lot 3703
Sale 133 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Sasanian King, Ardashir, I (A.D. 224-240), billon tetradrachm, (13.16 g), obv. bearded bust to right of king, wearing close-fitting headress with ear flaps, legend around, rev. fire altar, without attendants (Sellwood type II, Plate I, 5, Gobl 7, M.784-6). Uneven tone, traces of green, otherwise very fine and rare.
Ex Dr L.J. Sherwin Collection, bought from I.S.Wright Sydney January 2, 2004.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $90