HUNNIC TRIBES, Kidarites. Peroz , 5th century. Drachm (Silver, 25 mm, 3.48 g, 3 h), possibly Gandhara. παρσζο Þαο ('Peroz Shah' ['the Victorious King'] in Bactrian) Draped and bearded Sasanian style bust resembling that of Shahpur III to right, wearing elaborate crown with korymbos and two ribbons set on crown-cap. Rev. Sasanian style fire altar flanked by two attendants. Göbl 19. Vondrovec, Type 19. Rare. Struck from somewhat worn dies and with a minor edge crack, otherwise, very fine.

From a collection of coins from Central Asia.