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Lot 244: TABERSITAN. Umar ibn A’ala, (771-782 AD). AR Hemidrachm. Date: 128.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins (Auction 373)

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  • Sold Winning Bid: $46
  • 2 Bid(s)
Description

TABERSITAN. Umar ibn A’ala, (771-782 AD). AR Hemidrachm (1.91 gm; 23 mm). Obverse: Sasanian bust to the right, name Umar in Kufic 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. Reverse; fire altar with attendants, mint TPURSTAN (Tabaristan) on the right, date: 128. Choice Superb. Lustrous. Scarce.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 244
  • Listing #: 217903
  • Closed: Monday, April 25, 2022 5:21:00 PM CT
  • Estimate: $65