Lot 1820
KHWARAZMIA. King Azkaswar II, circa 770-818. Drachm (Silver, 26 mm, 1.72 g, 7 h), citing al-Fadl, the vizier of the caliph al-Ma'mun, as Dhu'l Riyasatayn (holder of the two ministries), after AH 198 = AD 813/4. Draped bust of Azkaswar II to right, wearing large and elaborate crown; before head, 'Azkaswar' in Sogdian. Rev. Azkaswar II on horseback to right, holding reins in his right hand and whip in his left; in field to left, Dhu'l Riyasatayn ('Holder of the two Ministries' in Kufic); around, M`RY MLK` SY`WRSPN ('King Azkaswar' in Sogdian). Zeno-16965 (this coin). Rare. Some edge chipping and with minor scratches, otherwise, about very fine.

From the collection of Dr. D. Löer, ex Heritage Europe 58, 15 May 2018, 6440 and Morton & Eden Auction of Important Islamic Coins, 7 March 2006, 13.
Starting price:
25 CHF
Hammer price:
260 CHF
Bid increment:
Closed
Minimum bid:
Closed
Number of bids:
8 Bids
Time left:
Closing time: 09-Jul-23, 16:26:00 CEST
All winning bids are subject to a 18.5% buyer's fee.

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