SASANIAN KINGS. Khosrau II, 591-628. Drachm (Silver, 32 mm, 4.08 g, 9 h), DA (Darabjird), RY 20 = AD 609/10. Draped bust of Khosrau II to right, wearing elaborate mural crown; behind head, AFZUT GDH ('may his kingship increase' in Pahlawi); before head, HWSRWD ('Khosrau' in Pahlawi). Rev. Fire altar with ribbons flanked by two attendants; in upper left field, six-pointed star; in upper right field, crescent; to left, date; to right, DA (name of the mint in Pahlawi). SSCT -. Nicely toned. Minor graffiti on the obverse, otherwise, extremely fine.
Price realized | 65 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |