Description
Hephthalites, Hunnic Tribes, (c. 650-720CE), Silver Drachm, 3.80grms, Obv. Bust of the Sasanian king Peroz I facing right wearing winged head dress with blindered pahlavi legend to right, Rev. Fire Altar, with attendents on either side with sun and moon above, Very Fine+, Rare The Hephthalites, a dominant Hunnic confederation, clashed repeatedly with the Sasanian Empire under Peroz I. Peroz fought multiple wars against them, suffered two major defeats, and was ultimately killed in battle (484 CE) after being trapped by Hephthalite forces. Following this, the Hephthalites imposed tribute on Persia and extended influence across Bactria and Gandhara, threatening Sasanian frontiers and reshaping power dynamics in the region. the coins were issue with his face because copying Peroz’s portrait gave the Hephthalites instant monetary legitimacy and acceptance in conquered Sasanian territories
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