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Lot 123: SASANIAN KINGS, Hormizd V or VI, 631-632 AD. AR Drachm. 
- Starting Bid: $150
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Description
SASANIAN KINGS, Hormizd V or VI, 631-632 AD. AR Drachm (3.85 gm; 32 mm). Standard issue, year 2, mint “MI” (Mishan) or “MB” (unknown). Draped bust of Hormizd VI to right, wearing elaborate mural crown with frontal crescent, two wings and star set on crescent; behind head, AFZUT GDH ('may his kingship increase' in Pahlavi); before head, WHLMZD ('Hormizd' in Pahlavi). Rev. Fire altar flanked by two attendants; in upper left field, six-pointed star; in upper right field, crescent; to left, date; to right. Sunrise 1008. Choice EF. Lightly toned.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 123
- Listing #: 1237914
- Closed: Monday, December 16, 2024 11:40:40 AM CT
- Estimate: $250