LOCAL ISSUES, Tokharistan. Yabghus of Baktria (Balkh). Mid 6th-early 7th century. AR Drachm (32mm, 4.09 g, 9h). Uncertain mint in Baktria or Zabulistan. Dated RY 15(?).

Electronic Auction 495
Lot: 264. Estimated: $ 100

Central Asian, Silver

Sold For $ 275. 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, 4.09 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. Deposits, light scratches. VF.


Closing Date and Time: 7 July 2021 at 11:27:40 ET.

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