Sasanian Kingdom. Shapur I. Silver Obol (0.81 g), AD 240-272. Mint I ("Ctesiphon"), phase 1b, ca. AD 244-252/3. Bust of Shapur I right, wearing diadem and mural crown with korymbos. Reverse: Fire altar; flanked by two attendants wearing mural crowns. SNS type Iic/1a; Göbl type I/1; Sunrise 735. Rare. Lightly toned. Choice Very Fine. Estimate Value $250 - 300