Drachm - Mithridates II (Rayy) (120 BC - 109 BC) front Drachm - Mithridates II (Rayy) (120 BC - 109 BC) back
Drachm - Mithridates II (Rayy) (120 BC - 109 BC) photo
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Drachm - Mithridates II Rayy 120 BC - 109 BC

 
Silver 4.11 g -
Description
Issuer
Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
King
Mithridates II (123 BC - 88 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
120 BC - 109 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (247 BC-224 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.11 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#414069
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Archer seated right on omphalos, holding bow, N behind.

Script: Greek

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mithridates II (Rayy) on one side and a goddess on the other, which suggests that the Parthian Empire was influenced by Greek culture and mythology.