SASANIAN KINGS; Yazdgird II, 438-457 AD. Æ (1.61 gm; 15 mm). Obverse, Yazdgird's bust turning right, symbol "Persian Cypress" or "Sarv-e Abarkuh" the sacred Zoroastrian symbol for heaven, in front of face, reverse, fire altar with attendants. City of Abarkuh in Iran has been a destination of Zoroastrians since the Sasanian times. Well struck on abroad flan. Choice VF. Nice original find patina. Extremely rare.
Price realized | 45 USD |
Starting price | 45 USD |
Estimate | 75 USD |