Western Turks, AE drachm, Later Nezak, Type 203

Iranian Huns. Western Turk Dynasties. Coin in the name of the Nezak, but struck during the time of the Western Turks (second half of VII c. AD)

AE drachm (2.80 g)

OBVERSE: Bust right, wearing winged crown surmounted by bull’s head Bust in profile view right, mustache; wearing a winged crown with a buffalo’s head on a crescent; two ribbons attached to the necklace. Pahlavi: 5h (l.o.) nycky MLKA (corrupted) 10h (l.o.)

REVERSE: Fire altar with Tamghas S61 and stars

Vondrovec Type 203

Choice XF. Beautiful dark patina under some sandy deposits. RARE

References: Z-160133 (similar coin)

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