Lot 232: TABERISTAN. Umar ibn A’ala, (771-782 AD). Year 121. Silver Hemidrachm

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 366)

Description

TABERISTAN. Umar ibn A’ala, (771-782 AD). Year 121. Silver Hemidrachm (2.00 gm; 25 mm). Sasanian bust to the right, name “Umar” in Arabic in front of the face, phrase “ARS” (Ar(u)s? Meaning Stunning?) or Arun(?-per Pakzadian) on the 3rd quarter and Pahlavi phrase APD on the second quarter / Fire altar with attendants, mint TPURSTAN (Tabaristan) on the right, date: 121, The period coincides with reign of 2nd Abbasid Khalif; Al Manusr (754-775 AD). Perfect strike. Choice FDC. Fully lustrous.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 232
Listing #: 214338
Closed: Monday, October 4, 2021 5:17:00 PM CT
Estimate: $100

Sold Winning Bid: $60
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 232
Listing #: 214338
Closed: Monday, October 4, 2021 5:17:00 PM CT
Estimate: $100