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Drachm - Khusru I type II/
| Silver (.900) | 3.84 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Khusro I (531-579) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 531-579 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 3.84 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#59999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
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 spears. 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
SYLLOGE NUMMORUM SASANIDARUM type II/2http://beastcoins.com/Sasanian/Sasanian.htm
http://grifterrec.rasmir.com/sasania/sasanian.html
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Khusru I, also known as Khosrow I, who was the king of the Sasanian Empire from 531 to 579 AD. He is depicted on the coin with a long beard and a crown, symbolizing his power and authority as a ruler. The coin also includes an inscription in Pahlavi, an ancient Iranian language, which translates to "Khusru, the king of kings, the king of Iran." This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a glimpse into the history and culture of the Sasanian Empire, which was a major power in the ancient Near East.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (531-578) AHM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Khusru I (type II/2) (531-579) coin.
