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Sasanians, Ardashir I (AD 224-41), silver obol (one-sixth drachm), Göbl III/2; 0.67g. From Elsen List 171, no. 87; ex Malter (Encino, CA) sale 55, lot 298.: CM.480-1995

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Titles

Sasanians, Ardashir I (AD 224-41), silver obol (one-sixth drachm), Göbl III/2; 0.67g. From Elsen List 171, no. 87; ex Malter (Encino, CA) sale 55, lot 298.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Ardashir I (224-242)

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Sasanians, Ardashir I (224-41), silver obol (one-sixth drachm), Göbl III/2; 0.67g. From Elsen List 171, no. 87; ex Malter (Encino, CA) sale 55, lot 298.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (1995-07-17) by Jean Elsen et ses fils s.a.

Dating

224 - 241

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 0.67 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.480-1995
Primary reference Number: 273979
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Created: Thursday 19 November 2020 Updated: Thursday 7 December 2023 Last processed: Thursday 7 December 2023

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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