Unknown Æ - Khusru Kerder ND
| Bronze | 3.38 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kerder district (Choresmia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 701-725 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#198132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Psi-like tamgha of Kerder surrounded by Chorasmian legend.
Lettering: MR'Y MLK'hwsrw
Translation: King Khusru
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Khusru (also known as Khusraw) II, who was the last king of the Sassanian Empire in Persia (modern-day Iran). The coin features an image of the king on one side and a Zoroastrian fire altar on the other, indicating the importance of Zoroastrianism in the Sassanian Empire. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight suggest that it was intended for everyday use by the common people, rather than being a high-value coin used for large transactions or ceremonial purposes.
