Lot 279: ARAB-SASANIAN. Ubayd Allah ibn Ziyad,Year 58. AR Dirhem.

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 359)

Description

ARAB-SASANIAN. Ubayd Allah ibn Ziyad,Year 58. AR Dirhem (3.16 gm; 32 mm). Governor of Basra, Kufa and Khorasan during the reign of Umayyad Caliph Mu’awiya. Obverse; Sasanian bust with name on the right, reverse; fire altar with attendants, mint: “bcra” Basra, date 58 to the left of attendants. Sharply struck on a nice flan. Some minor light porosity on reverse, otherwise sharply struck. Choice Superb EF. Lightly toned.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 279
Listing #: 214824
Closed: Monday, April 5, 2021 5:32:40 PM CT
Estimate: $125

Starting Bid: $75
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Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 279
Listing #: 214824
Closed: Monday, April 5, 2021 5:32:40 PM CT
Estimate: $125