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Lot 321: ARAB-SASANIAN, Abay, (AD 691-714). AE unit. Bishapur mint 
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 352)
- Sold Winning Bid: $71
- 4 Bid(s)
Description
ARAB-SASANIAN, Abay, Ca. AH 72-95 (AD 691-714). AE unit (1.40 gm; 21 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 green and earthen patina. Choice Good VF. Very Rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 321
- Listing #: 205578
- Closed: Monday, August 31, 2020 5:46:40 PM CT
- Estimate: $80