{"product_id":"ancient-world-sasanian-dynasty-khusro-ii-590-628-ce-silver-drachm-amol","title":"Ancient World - Sasanian Dynasty - Khusro II (590-628 CE) - Silver Drachm - Amol","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmbark on a journey through ancient Persia with this remarkable Silver Drachm from the Sasanian Dynasty, featuring the reign of Khusro II (590-628 CE). Weighing 4.28 grams and measuring 30.95mm in diameter, this coin is a testament to the opulence and power of the Sasanian Empire. Minted in AM (Amol) during the regnal year 6 (Sita), this coin showcases intricate details on both the obverse and reverse, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Obverse:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- Crowned bust facing right of the king, with a star on the left.\u003cbr\u003e\n- A star inside a crescent is depicted on the right.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Crescent symbols with stars are positioned at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock in the outer margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Reverse:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- A fire altar is depicted with two attendants on either side, wearing crescent headdresses.\u003cbr\u003e\n- The mint, AM (Amol), is inscribed on the right side in Pahlavi script.\u003cbr\u003e\n- The regnal year 6 (Sita) is also indicated on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**History:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- Amol was one of the most significant and ancient towns of the Sasanian Empire, serving as the capital of Tabaristan (Mazandaran).\u003cbr\u003e\n- Despite the Arab conquest, Amol preserved its independence under Ispehbeds, or independent princes of the Zoroastrian faith.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Khusro II's coins were the last to bear the mint name Amol, marking the end of an era in Sasanian coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Key Features:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- Dynasty: Sasanian\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ruler: Khusro II\u003cbr\u003e\n- Material: Silver\u003cbr\u003e\n- Mint: AM (Amol)\u003cbr\u003e\n- Regnal Year: 6 (Sita)\u003cbr\u003e\n- Very fine condition, very scarce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Footnote:**\u003cbr\u003e\n- Amol's significance in Sasanian history as a key mint and political center underscores the importance of this coin as a historical artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Ancient Persian coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Sasanian Dynasty coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Khusro II Silver Drachm\u003cbr\u003e\n- AM (Amol) Mint coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Regnal Year 6 (Sita) coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Historical Silver Drachm\u003cbr\u003e\n- Ancient Persian numismatic artifact\u003cbr\u003e\n- Rare Sasanian coin\u003cbr\u003e\n- Khusro II coinage\u003cbr\u003e\n- Numismatic collectible Sasanian Empire\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GuptaCoins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48495284125908,"sku":"30852997","price":8499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/5028\/0660\/files\/qOm3iDXs.webp?v=1787068032","url":"https:\/\/guptacoins.com\/products\/ancient-world-sasanian-dynasty-khusro-ii-590-628-ce-silver-drachm-amol","provider":"Gupta Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}