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Lot 217: SELJUQS of RUM. Rukn al-Din Sulayman II, AH 589-592. Æ Dirhem.
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 371)
- Sold Winning Bid: $150
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
SELJUQS of RUM. Rukn al-Din Sulayman II, as Malik. AH 589-592(AD 1193-1196). Æ Dirhem (7.69 gm; 30mm x 27mm). Uncertain mint (Tokat?). Facing nimbate horesman galloping right, holding mace over his right shoulder, in left field, six-pointed star / Legend in three lines. Broome 39 Bv(iii). "This type was issued by Sulayman II shortly after the death of his father Qilich Arsalan II, when he was still a Malik (Prince). Some years later, Sulyman II expelled his brother Kay Khosrau and became the sole ruler of the Rum Sultanate. Lovely strike on a nice broad flan. Choice EF with earthen patina
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 217
- Listing #: 202286
- Closed: Friday, February 25, 2022 4:12:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $250