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Kushano-Sasanian Kingdom, Hormizd I, Copper Unit, 2.20grms, Deity on Altar Type, Obv: Bust, lion-head crown with pahlavi legend on right, Rev: Head and flamed shoulders of male deity arising from decorated altar, sceptre in his left, beribboned wreath in right; the Pahlevi legend translates 'the exalted god', Pieper#1956 Extra Fine+, Very Scarce Hormizd I was a Kushano-Sasanian ruler who exercised firm military and administrative control over Bactria, Gandhara, Kabulistan, and adjoining north-western Indian border regions. He suppressed residual Kushan authority, secured volatile frontier zones, and enforced Sasanian supremacy. His reign strengthened imperial control over strategically vital eastern territories through decisive leadership and regional governance
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