Bōrān
Borandukht
The Queen
Reign: 630 - 631 CE
(1 years)
Biography
Borandukht was the first woman to rule the Sasanian Empire in her own right. She was a daughter of Khosrow II and attempted to restore stability after years of civil war. She issued coinage in her own name.
Key Achievements
- First Sasanian queen regnant
- Attempted to restore order
- Issued coins in her own name
Quick Facts
- Persian Name
- Bōrān
- Reign Duration
- 1 years
- Era
- late Period
Succession
Predecessor
ShahrbarazSuccessor
Azarmidukht