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Drachm - Mithridates I 165 BC - 132 BC
| Silver | 3.67 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates I (171 BC - 135 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 165 BC - 132 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.67 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
On the reverse, Arsacès, founder of the dynasty, seated on the Omphalos, holding a bow in one hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ APΣAKOY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Mithridates I (165 BC - 132 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 3.67 g is that it features an image of the king, Mithridates I, on one side and an image of the goddess 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, stretching from the Mediterranean to the Caspian Sea.
