Kingdom of Axum, Gersem AR Unit. Circa AD 580. Crowned and draped bust right, holding long cross; pellet to left, Ge'ez legend "Gersem" around / Draped bust right, wearing head cloth, holding long cross; pellet and crescent before, Ge'ez legend "King" around. SACAM 523-8; H 51; Munro-Hay Type 147. 0.65g, 15mm, 3h.
Good Very Fine.
From the Maekelay-Tigray Collection.