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LOT 2890

Sasanian Kingdom, Peroz I AR Drachm. AD 457/9-484.

Draped bust to right, wearing mural crown with frontal crescent and korymbos set on crescent, legends flanking; all within single border / Fire altar with ribbons flanked by attendants; star and crescent flanking flames; date to left, mint to right; all within single border. Near Very Fine.(4.04gr, 30mm, 3h.).

Provenance

Acquired on the UK market before 2000.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 2890

Sasanian Kingdom, Peroz I AR Drachm.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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