Lot 3596

Sale 134 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Sasanian, Bahram II king, (A.D. 276-293), silver drachm (3.57 g), obv. Crowned bust right, rev. Fire altar with attendants, taurus symbol to left of flames, (Sellwood Type I p.91; SNS Schaaf Collection 133, Type I/2; Gobl type I/1). Extremely fine and very rare.

Ex CNG eSale 189, June 11, 2008 (lot 63 at $395 US) with CNG ticket.

Estimate
$500
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$1,600

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