
Kushano-Sasanian Hormizd I, circa 265-295. AE 1.63g
Lot 851 · Consigned by theferozacollection
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Description
Baktria, probably Balkh mint. 'AWHRMYZDY MLKA' ('Hormizd King' in Pahlawi) Draped bust of Hormizd I to right, wearing crown with lotus blossom. Rev. 'BWLZAWNDY YZDTY' ('Exalted God', in Pahlawi) Exalted God emerges from fire altar, holding diadem in his right hand and long spear in his left. Inactive bronze disease + deposits.