Lot 219: ARAB-SASANIAN, Umayyad Caliphate. Abay. Æ Pashiz. Bishapur mint. Byzantine imitation. Rare.

AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 336)

Description

ARAB-SASANIAN, Umayyad Caliphate. Abay. Æ Pashiz (0.86 gm; 21 mm). Bishapur mint. No date. Byzantine imitation. Two facing busts (“Heraclius and son” type) / Crowned Gopatshah "human-headed winged bull with crescent" to right. Gyselen 8.2. Lovely strike on a large full flan. Nice original brown-reddish earthen patina. Choice EF. Rare.

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 219
Listing #: 219244
Closed: Monday, April 8, 2019 5:12:40 PM CT
Estimate: $200

Sold Winning Bid: $135
3 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: Pars Coins
Lot #: 219
Listing #: 219244
Closed: Monday, April 8, 2019 5:12:40 PM CT
Estimate: $200