Islamic, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art

Islamic, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art

Lot 14: A Silver Tabaristan Half Dirham of Governor Suleiman,...

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A Silver Tabaristan Half Dirham of Governor Suleiman, 784–788 AD.

A silver half dirham from Tabaristan, issued under the governorship of Suleiman between 784–788 AD (2nd century AH). The obverse features the characteristic stylised Sasanian-style bust, framed by circular beaded borders and star-and-crescent motifs. The reverse shows the traditional fire altar flanked by two attendants, with surrounding Pahlavi script naming the local authority and dating formula.

1.55g

Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished Danish collector.