Lot 288: ARAB-SASANIAN. Ziyad ibn Abi Sufyan. Umayyad governor, AH 45-54. AR dirham. Scarce.

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 336)

Description

ARAB-SASANIAN. Ziyad ibn Abi Sufyan. Umayyad governor, AH 45-54 (AD 665-673). AR dirham (4.08 gm; 30 mm). DA (Darabjird) mint. Dated frozen year 43 (AD 663/4) but struck circa AD 670-673. Crowned Sasanian-style bust right; Fire altar flanked by attendants; star and crescent flanking flames; · in 3rd quarter of margin. SICA I, 268; Album 8. Choice Good VF / EF. Lightly toned. Scarce

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 288
Listing #: 215560
Closed: Monday, April 8, 2019 5:35:40 PM CT
Estimate: $100

Sold Winning Bid: $60
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 288
Listing #: 215560
Closed: Monday, April 8, 2019 5:35:40 PM CT
Estimate: $100