Sale: CNG 66, Lot: 894. Estimate $150.  Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 May 2004.  Sold For $100. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

SASANIAN KINGS of PERSIA. Balash. 484-488 AD. AR Drachm (4.06 gm). KL (Kirman) mint. Crowned and cuirassed bust right, ribbon rising from right shoulder, flame on left / Bust of Balash in front of fire altar with attendants and ribbon; star and crescent flanking flames. Göbl I/1; Alram 888. Lightly toned, good VF, struck with worn reverse die. ($150)

From the Bellaria Collection.