Sasanian Kingdom. Ardashir I. Silver Drachm (4.35 g), AD 223/4-240. Mint C ("Ctesiphon"), ca. AD 233/4-238/9. Diademed bust of Ardashir I right, wearing close-fitting headdress lacking earflaps and with korymbos. Reverse: Fire altar with diadems; no attendants. SNS type IIia(4a)/3a(2b); Gbl III/2/2; Sunrise 713. Toned. A sharp and beautiful example. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $500 - 600