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LOCAL ISSUES, Tokharistan. Yabghus of Baktria (Balkh). Mid 6th-early 7th century. AR Drachm (32mm, 4.13 g, 9h). Uncertain mint in Baktria or Zabulistan. Dated RY 15(?). Sasanian-style bust right, wearing Nezak-style crown; tamghas in-crescents in outer margins / Fire altar with ribbons and attendants; star and crescent flanking flames. Cf. Vondrovec [Göbl, Hunnen] Type 265A (for type); cf. CNG E-441, lot 252. Toned, deposits, areas of weakness, graffiti on reverse, slight double strike, struck on an irregular flan. VF.