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Drachm - Arsaces XVI 78 BC - 62 BC
| Silver | 4.01 g | - |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Arsaces XVI (77 BC - 61 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 78 BC - 62 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.01 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#415055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Archer seated right on throne, holding bow.
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Parthian Empire's Standard circulation coin Drachm - Arsaces XVI (78 BC - 62 BC) made of Silver weighing 4.01 g is that it features an image of the king, Arsaces XVI, on one side and an image of a goddess, possibly Athena, on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and trade throughout the Parthian Empire, which at its peak was the largest empire of the ancient world, spanning from modern-day Iran, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkmenistan, and parts of Turkey, to regions in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China.
