Description
Persian occupation of Alexandria (618-628 AD). Crowned facing Persian style bust with cross on crown, star left, crescent right / Large IB with cross potent on globe, ΑΛΕΞ in ex.
Persians in Alexandria; 12 Nummi
70,00 €
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE16 |
| Weight [g]: | 6,42 |
| Grade: | gF/gF |
| Attribution: | Sear 855; MIB 202b; DOC 191 |
| Commentary: | rare; brown patina, some roughness, reverse slightly off-flan |
Historical Context
The Sassanid conquest of egypt in 618 Ad was the first time since three centuries that this rich province experienced hostile military operations.
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