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House of Emirates® in London is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this very fine Sassanid Persian silver drachm of Khusru I (Khosrow I), one of the most celebrated rulers of the Sassanid Empire. Struck at the Veh Az Amid Kavad mint during his reign from 531–579 AD, this impressive ancient silver coin weighs approximately 3.9 grams and measures 32 mm in diameter.
Khusru I, known in Persian tradition as Anushirvan, was one of the most influential monarchs of the Sassanid Empire. His long reign marked a powerful period in Persian history, characterised by military campaigns, administrative reforms, economic development and extensive diplomatic relations. He inherited an empire facing significant political and military challenges and became one of the most prominent rulers of the Sassanid dynasty. His reign is remembered as an important period in the history of late antique Persia and the wider Near East.
The silver drachm was one of the principal denominations of Sassanid coinage and played an important role in the monetary economy of the Persian Empire. Sassanid drachms are especially significant to historians and numismatists because their inscriptions, portraits and mint marks provide valuable evidence for understanding the empire’s administration, geography and political structure. The reverse of the traditional Sassanid drachm typically features a Zoroastrian fire altar flanked by attendants, reflecting the religious and cultural identity of the Sassanid state.
The Veh Az Amid Kavad mint adds an important dimension to this particular example. Sassanid coins often carry mint abbreviations or identifying marks that allow specialists to attribute them to specific production centres. Mint attribution is an essential part of ancient numismatics because it helps reveal the geographical extent of the Sassanid monetary system and the organisation of imperial coin production.
Khusru I’s reign occurred during a pivotal period in the history of the ancient world. The Sassanid Empire was one of the great powers of late antiquity and stood in prolonged rivalry with the Byzantine Empire. Under Khusru I, Persia fought major campaigns against Byzantium while simultaneously maintaining influence across territories stretching through Mesopotamia, Iran, the Caucasus and Central Asia. His reign therefore connects this coin directly with a remarkable period of interaction between the Persian and Byzantine worlds.
Beyond warfare and imperial expansion, Khusru I is remembered for significant reforms to the Sassanid administrative and taxation systems. He strengthened central authority, reorganised aspects of the military structure and supported intellectual and cultural development. Persian tradition subsequently associated his reign with wisdom, justice and enlightened kingship, giving Khusru I an enduring place in Iranian historical memory.
This 3.9-gram silver drachm, with its substantial 32 mm diameter, is an impressive representation of Sassanid monetary artistry. Its silver composition and characteristic Sassanid design make it particularly appealing to investors interested in ancient Persian coins, Sassanid silver drachms, rare silver coins and historically significant ancient coinage.
For investors seeking tangible historical assets, Sassanid coinage provides a fascinating connection to an empire that flourished for more than four centuries. Sassanid silver drachms circulated widely and are encountered across archaeological sites and hoards far beyond the political heartland of Persia, illustrating the extensive economic networks of the period.
The coin also represents a fascinating intersection between history and numismatics. Every surviving Sassanid drachm can potentially contribute to our understanding of the ruler, mint, monetary system and historical period in which it was produced. Coins such as this allow modern owners to hold a physical artefact connected directly to the world of late antique Persia.
Ruler: Khusru I (Khosrow I / Anushirvan)
Dynasty: Sassanid Empire
Date: 531–579 AD
Denomination: Silver Drachm
Mint: Veh Az Amid Kavad
Metal: Silver
Weight: 3.9 g
Diameter: 32 mm
Historical Region: Sassanid Persia
For those searching for Sassanid coins for sale, ancient Persian silver coins, Khusru I coins, Khosrow I drachms, Sassanid silver drachms, rare Persian coins, ancient silver coins, Persian Empire coins, Sassanid Empire coinage and ancient Iranian coins, this very fine example offers an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a tangible piece of late antique Persian history.
The reign of Khusru I represents one of the great chapters of the Sassanid Empire, and this silver drachm preserves that legacy in a remarkably compact historical artefact. More than fourteen centuries after it was struck, the coin remains a direct physical connection to the world of Sassanid Persia and one of its most renowned rulers.
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