Lot 1384

Sale 128 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Sasanian, King, Khusru II (590-628), silver drachms, various dates, from the following mints, YZ (Yazd), BLH Balkh, NIHCh Nishapur, others uncertain (4.11 g), obv. bust to right with crown, name in outer margin, rev. fire altar with attendants, (Sellwood 65, Gobl 212, Sunrise -) (see illustration); together with an issue of Khusru I (531-579), Yazd mint, year 45, (Sellwood 54, Gobl 1/1, Sunrise 970). Mostly very fine. (7)

Ex M.J. Syddell Collection.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$240

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