Drachm - Khusro I type II/
| Silver (.900) | 3.65 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Khusro I (531-579) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 530-579 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 3.65 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 0579 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
In the center there is a fire-altar, narrowing in the middle and broadening downwards and upwardsby three steps. The narrow part is decorated by ribbon whose ends rise upwards. On the fire-altar there is a blazing fire. To the left of the fire is a six-pointed star, to the right a crescent. On two sides of the fire-altar there are attendants standing facing the viewer and leaning with their hands on their swords. Above each guard's shoulder the end of a ribbon can be seen, close to the rim. The field of the coin is borded by pointed rim.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Particular:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Khusro I, also known as Anushirvan, who was a powerful king of the Sasanian Empire. He ruled from 531 to 579 AD and is remembered for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural achievements. The coin's design reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time, with the king depicted in a traditional Persian crown and regalia.
