LOCAL ISSUES, Tokharistan. Yabghus of Baktria (Balkh). Mid 6th-early 7th century. AR Drachm (32mm, 4.01 g, 9h). Uncertain mint in Baktria or Zabulistan. Dated RY 15(?). Good VF.

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Lot: 450. Estimated: $ 150

Central Asian, Silver

Sold For $ 120. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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LOCAL ISSUES, Tokharistan. Yabghus of Baktria (Balkh). Mid 6th-early 7th century. AR Drachm (32mm, 4.01 g, 9h). Uncertain mint in Baktria or Zabulistan. Dated RY 15(?). Sasanian-style bust right, wearing Nezak-style crown; tamghas in-crescents in outer margins / Fire altar with ribbons and attendants; star and crescent flanking flames. Cf. Vondrovec [Göbl, Hunnen] Type 265A (for type); cf. CNG E-441, lot 252. Iridescent toning, deposits, light cleaning marks. Good VF.

From the J.-P. Righetti Collection.


Closing Date and Time: 4 January 2023 at 12:29:40 ET.

All winning bids are subject to an 20% buyer’s fee.