ARAB-SASANIAN, BUKHARA, Al Mahdi. 775-785 AH. Æ Dirhem (2.65 gm; 5 mm). (Imitation of Bahram (Varhran) V, drachm minted in Marv), In the name of Abbasid Caliph Al-Mahdi (158-169 AH/775-785 AD). Obverse: Bust right, in front inscription in Sogdian "Buhar HudaKay" (Lord of Bukhara), behind inscription in Arabic "Al-Mahdi". Reverse: Sasanian-style fire altar with two attendants, bust of Ahura Mazda in altar/flames. Album 94, Mitchiner World of Islam 295. Choice VF. Original find patina. Comes with old Steve Album's Tag.