SAFAVID, SULAYMAN I (1079-1105h) Silver 5-abbasi or 20-shahi, Isfahan 1099h Reverse field: ruler’s name, mint and date engraved in naskhi script Weight: 36.24g References: KM 229; Album 2664. Traces of mounting on both sides (as is commonly encountered on these presentation coins), otherwise good very fine and well struck, rare. Ex John Work Garrett Collection, Part 1, Leu/NFA, 16 May 1984 lot 376 (offered with ticket). Struck only at Isfahan, this variety of Sulayman’s presentation coinage represents an improvement both in workmanship and silver fineness over earlier types.

Estimate: GBP 1200 - 1500