SASANIAN KINGS. Yazdgard I, 399-420. Drachm (Silver, 29 mm, 4.19 g, 4 h), KL (Kirman). MZDYSN BGY L'MŠTLY YZDKLTY MLKAn MLKA ('Worshipper of Lord Mazda, 'God' and Delight of the Empire, Yazdgard, King of Kings' in Pahlawi) Draped bust of Yazdgard I to right, wearing elaborate crown with korymbos and crescent on forehead. Rev. YZDKLTY ('Yazdgard' in Pahlawi) Fire altar flanked by two attendants; in upper field to left and right, crescent above pellet; in field to right, KL (name of the mint in Pahlawi). SNS III, pl. 52, A38. Lustrous and attractive. Struck from somewhat worn dies, otherwise, virtually as struck.
Price realized | 45 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |