No. 98405550
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Sasanian Empire. Bahram II (AD 276–293) with Queen and Prince. Drachm Reverse: Fire altar with flames rising at center, flanked by two royal attendants holding scepters (No Reserve Price)
SASANIAN KINGS. Bahram II (AD 276–293).
AR Drachm with Queen and Prince (4.42 g, 27 mm).
Göbl Type VII/2.
Obv.: Jugate busts of Bahram II, wearing winged crown with korymbos, and queen with boar’s-head headdress; facing bust of crown prince in armor, bonnet surmounted by eagle’s head. Pahlavi legend around.
Rev.: Fire altar with attendants; Pahlavi legends “Fire of Bahram”; Faravahar symbol in left field.
A rare and impressive triple-portrait issue, emphasizing dynastic legitimacy and Zoroastrian divine sanction. Attractive surfaces with strong detail.
Condition: Cleaned and lustrous. Extremely Fine.
No. 98405550
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Sasanian Empire. Bahram II (AD 276–293) with Queen and Prince. Drachm Reverse: Fire altar with flames rising at center, flanked by two royal attendants holding scepters (No Reserve Price)
SASANIAN KINGS. Bahram II (AD 276–293).
AR Drachm with Queen and Prince (4.42 g, 27 mm).
Göbl Type VII/2.
Obv.: Jugate busts of Bahram II, wearing winged crown with korymbos, and queen with boar’s-head headdress; facing bust of crown prince in armor, bonnet surmounted by eagle’s head. Pahlavi legend around.
Rev.: Fire altar with attendants; Pahlavi legends “Fire of Bahram”; Faravahar symbol in left field.
A rare and impressive triple-portrait issue, emphasizing dynastic legitimacy and Zoroastrian divine sanction. Attractive surfaces with strong detail.
Condition: Cleaned and lustrous. Extremely Fine.
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