Drachm - Khusru II Second Reign - type IV/
612 year| Silver | 4.04 g | - |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Khusro II (590, 591-628) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 612 |
| Value | Drachm (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.04 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#87430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing bust of Anahit with flame nimbus, double inner border and single outer border, star-in-crescents in between
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Comment
Khurso II / 2nd reign (591-628 AD)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Khusru II, also known as Chosroes II, who was the last great king of the Sasanian Empire. He ruled from 590 to 628 AD and was known for his military campaigns against the Byzantine Empire and his efforts to reform the Sasanian government. The coin was minted during his second reign, which lasted from 612 to 613 AD.
