Kingdom of Axum, Armah (Alla Amidas) Æ Unit. Circa AD 530-550. Crowned and draped figure of King enthroned right, holding long cross; Ge'ez legend "King Armah" around / Cross with gilt-punch holed centre, within wreath; Ge'ez legend "let there be joy to the peoples" around. SACAM 548-92; H 72a; Munro-Hay Type 153. 2.26g, 20mm, 12h.
Good Very Fine.
From the Maekelay-Tigray Collection.