Lot 357: ARAB-SASANIAN. Abay. Ca. AH 72-95 (AD 691-714). AE Pashiz.

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 339)

Description

ARAB-SASANIAN. Abay. Ca. AH 72-95 (AD 691-714). AE Pashiz (0.54 g; 19 mm). Bishapur mint. No date. Two facing busts (“Heraclius and son” type), the smaller with three pellets to left and star above, the larger with single pellet to left and pellet-in-crescent above; “May xvarrah increase” in Pahlavi to left, the name “Abay” to right; circle border / Crowned Gopatshah to right; three pellets at end of diadem and at end of tail, pellet between forelegs, Pahlavi letter “P” and star to right, “May Bishapur be prosperous” in Pahlavi around; circle border. Gyselen 8. Nice reddish green patina. Choice Good VF. Very Rare.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 357
Listing #: 193218
Closed: Monday, July 15, 2019 5:58:40 PM CT
Estimate: $200

Starting Bid: $120
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 357
Listing #: 193218
Closed: Monday, July 15, 2019 5:58:40 PM CT
Estimate: $200