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Drachm - Arsaces XVI 75 BC - 62 BC
| Silver | 4.03 g | 20.4 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Arsaces XVI (77 BC - 61 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 75 BC - 62 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.03 g |
| Diameter | 20.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arsacès, founder of the dynasty, seated on a throne, holding a bow in one hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛoY APΣAKoY ΘEoΠAToPoΣ EYEPΓEToY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Parthian Empire's Standard circulation coin Drachm - Arsaces XVI (75 BC - 62 BC) made of Silver weighing 4.03 g is that it features an image of the king, Arsaces XVI, on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency and exchange during the Parthian Empire, which was a major power in the ancient Near East from 247 BC to 224 AD.
