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Lot 147: SASANIAN KINGS; Yazdgird II, 438-457 AD. Æ. Extremely rare. 
- Sold Winning Bid: $45
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
SASANIAN KINGS; Yazdgird II, 438-457 AD. Æ (1.61 gm; 15 mm). Obverse, Yazdgird's bust turning right, symbol "Persian Cypress" or "Sarv-e Abarkuh" the sacred Zoroastrian symbol for heaven, in front of face, reverse, fire altar with attendants. City of Abarkuh in Iran has been a destination of Zoroastrians since the Sasanian times. Well struck on abroad flan. Choice VF. Nice original find patina. Extremely rare.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 147
- Listing #: 1047612
- Closed: Friday, June 7, 2024 11:48:40 AM CT
- Estimate: $75