Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2023 NYINC Auction 13-16 Jan 2023
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SASSANIAN EMPIRE. Kavad I. Second Reign, A.D. 499-531. AR Drachm (4.15 gms), Airan (Susa) Mint, Dated RY 31 (A.D. 519/20). EXTREMELY FINE.
cf. Sellwood-52; SC Tehran-333. Obverse: Crowned bust right; Reverse: Fire altar with ribbons and attendants; star and crescent flanking flames, date to left, mint signature to right. An attractive piece with deep cabinet toning and flashy iridescent luster. Devices are fully struck and pleasingly clear.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $100 - $200
cf. Sellwood-52; SC Tehran-333. Obverse: Crowned bust right; Reverse: Fire altar with ribbons and attendants; star and crescent flanking flames, date to left, mint signature to right. An attractive piece with deep cabinet toning and flashy iridescent luster. Devices are fully struck and pleasingly clear.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Estimate: $100 - $200