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Lot 157: Arab Sasanian: Bishr b. Marwan, AR Drachm, Caliph Orans, Aqola near kufa 74h

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Arab-Sasanian: Bishr b. Marwan (fl. 73-75h), AR Silver Drachm, Caliph Orans type, Aqola, near kufa mint. 74h, Sasanian portrait bust r. with name in Pahlavi and marginal legend in Kufic, rev. portrait of the caliph in praying position, flanked by two attendants in Arab dress, (A.27.1; SICA 1.107), lightly toned, (3.58gm, 31mm) Good Very Fine, with some patina on edge, Good metal, Very Rare.
Lot Details
  • Offered By: NBJ Art Gallery
  • Lot #: 157
  • Listing #: 1150805
  • Closed: Monday, September 16, 2024 12:18:00 PM CT
  • Estimate: $8,000