Sasanian Kingdom. Varhran II. Silver Drachm (4.10 g), AD 276-293. 'Ctesiphon'. Jugate busts Varhran I, wearing winged crown with korymbos, and his queen, wearing kolah with boar's head, right, vis-a-vis bust of Prince 4, presenting wreath and wearing kolah with eagle's head, left. Reverse: Fire altar with ribbon; flanked by Varhran I and his queen, holding ring, facing toward altar; symbols flanking flames. SNS type VIia(1)/5a(1a), Style A; Sunrise 791. Rare family drachm. Slightly uneven flan and overcleaned. About Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $200 - UP
Ex Malter (7 November 1993), 421.