Lot 1008

Sale 57 · Important Australian & World Coins, Military Medals & Banknotes

Description

Sassanian King, Shapur I, (240-270), silver drachm, (4.32 grams), obv. bust to right with crown, flowing hair type, rev. fire altar with attendants, crescent symbol on shaft, (cf.Sellwood Plate II, No.16, cf.Gobl 30, cf.M.815). Nearly extremely fine and very rare.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$120