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Drachm - Arsaces I Mithradatkart 247 BC - 211 BC
| Silver | 4.04 g | - |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Arsaces I (Ἀρσάκης) (238 BC - 211 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247 BC - 211 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.04 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#90150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Beardless archer wearing bashlyk and cloak seated left on backless throne, holding bow in left hand; monogram below seat; circular border of pellets; below bow, single-line Aramaic inscription; behind archer, single-word Greek inscription.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΡΣΑΚ[ΟΥ]
ΜΤ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Parthian Empire's Standard circulation coin Drachm - Arsaces I (Mithradatkart) is that it was made of silver and weighed 4.04 grams. This coin was used during the reign of Arsaces I, who was the founder of the Parthian Empire and ruled from 247 BC to 211 BC. The coin's design likely featured an image of the king, as well as inscriptions in the Parthian language. The use of silver in the coin's production indicates the empire's wealth and economic power at the time.
