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House of Emirates® in London is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this magnificent ancient Sassanid silver drachm of Khosrow II, also known as Khosrow Parviz, one of the most powerful monarchs of the Sassanid Empire. Struck during his remarkable reign from 590–628 AD, this exceptional ancient Persian coin is a tangible fragment of an empire that stood at the crossroads of Persian culture, royal power and Zoroastrian tradition.
The obverse presents the distinguished portrait of Khosrow II, wearing his elaborate winged crown adorned with the star and crescent, powerful symbols associated with royal authority and divine legitimacy. His finely rendered features, regal attire and distinctive crown demonstrate the extraordinary craftsmanship achieved by Sassanid mints. Surrounding the royal portrait is an inscription in Middle Persian, written in Pahlavi script, identifying the sovereign and proclaiming his prestigious title as King of Kings. Every element of the design reflects the imperial character of the Sassanid monarchy and the extraordinary artistic traditions of late antique Persia.
The reverse is equally remarkable, featuring the sacred Zoroastrian fire altar standing at the centre of the composition and flanked by two attending priests, or mobads. The sacred flame represents one of the most recognisable religious symbols of the Sassanid Empire, reflecting the central importance of Zoroastrianism within Persian royal culture. Additional Pahlavi inscriptions and mint markings provide further historical information about the coin’s origin. Together, the imagery transforms this small silver object into a remarkable historical document, connecting the modern investor with the religious, political and artistic world of ancient Persia.
Khosrow II presided over one of the most dramatic periods in Sassanid history. His reign witnessed extraordinary territorial expansion and prolonged wars with the Byzantine Empire, culminating in the celebrated campaigns against the Byzantine Emperor Heraclius.
The conflict ultimately contributed to the weakening of the Sassanid state, and Khosrow II was overthrown and killed in 628 AD. Within a few decades, the Sassanid Empire itself would disappear following the Arab-Muslim conquests.
Persian Coins from the reign of Khosrow II therefore offer an especially compelling connection to the final great age of pre-Islamic Persian imperial civilisation.
Measuring approximately 24 mm in diameter and weighing 2.30 g, this persian silver drachm remains well preserved, with visible details across its designs despite the circulation wear expected from an ancient coin that once moved through the economy of the Sassanid Empire. Its combination of imperial portraiture, sacred Zoroastrian imagery, ancient Pahlavi inscriptions and genuine historical provenance makes it a captivating addition to an investment collection of ancient treasures.
This stunning majestic coin will be presented in House of Emirates®‘ own luxury presentation box, transforming an extraordinary piece of Persian history into a truly royal-class gift for someone so special. More than an ancient silver coin, it is a surviving witness to the final centuries of the Sassanid Empire—a timeless treasure from the world of Khosrow II, preserved for a new generation.
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