© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dinar - Khusro II Second Reign - type III/
21 (611) year| Gold | 6.56 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Khusro II (590, 591-628) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 21 (611) |
| Calendar | Sassanid Empire - Khusro II reign |
| Value | Dinar (1) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.56 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (Die Alignment: 5h) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#391681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing bust of Anahit in flame nimbus.
Legend: Inscription transliteration: 11h: GDH ’pzwty; 2h: hwslwb MLKAn MLKA.
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Translation: [Khusrau] has increased Iran, [Khusrau is] well omened.
Comment
Malek 6-7; Göbl type III/4 and pl. 14, 217; Mochiri 916.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Khusro II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to promote trade and commerce within the Sasanian Empire. The coin's design also includes an inscription in Pahlavi, an ancient Iranian language, which translates to "Khusro, the king of kings, the king of Iran." This coin is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during the Sasanian Empire, and it provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of that time period.
