Drachm - Artabanus I (126 BC - 122 BC) front Drachm - Artabanus I (126 BC - 122 BC) back
Drachm - Artabanus I (126 BC - 122 BC) photo
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Drachm - Artabanus I 126 BC - 122 BC

 
Silver 4.06 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
King
Artabanus I (𐭍𐭐𐭕𐭓) (127 BC - 123 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
126 BC - 122 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (247 BC-224 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.06 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#419133
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Archer (Arsakes I) seated right on omphalos, holding bow.

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Artabanus I (126 BC - 122 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 4.06 g is that it features an image of a king on horseback, which was a common motif on Parthian coins. The king is depicted with a long beard and a crown, and the horse is shown in a galloping pose, giving the impression of movement and power. This design was used on many Parthian coins and has become a symbol of the empire's power and influence.