1144 | Ancient Greek coins

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SASANID EMPIRE, Khusro II. Drachma. (Ar. 4.03g/32mm). Year 37 PYE/626-7 AD WYHC (Place uncertain, possibly in Fars or Central Iraq). (Göbl-IIIb/3: Mochiri ENIS II 694). Obv: Crowned and draped bust of Khusro II right, around legend on palavhi: on the right, ABZUD (Growth) and on the left, GDH (Splendour) all within a double circular bezel. On the outside, at 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock and 9 o'clock, crescent and star, while at 5 o'clock it also contains the word: 'APD' (praise). Rev: Fire altar flanked by two priests, on the right mintmark: WYHC, and on the left year of minting: 37 (Post Yazgard Era) within 3 borders, on the outside, at 12h, 3h, 6h and 9h crescent and star. VF+. Slight oxidations on reverse. Attractive specimen.