Drachm - Mithridates II (Rayy) (95 BC - 92 BC) front Drachm - Mithridates II (Rayy) (95 BC - 92 BC) back
Drachm - Mithridates II (Rayy) (95 BC - 92 BC) photo
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Drachm - Mithridates II Rayy 95 BC - 92 BC

 
Silver 4.18 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
King
Mithridates II (123 BC - 88 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
95 BC - 92 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (247 BC-224 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.18 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#415041
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Archer seated right on omphalos, holding bow.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΕΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ

Comment

Different Engraves on obverse and reverse.
Variety with swastika behind head on obverse.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mithridates II (Rayy) on one side and an image of a goddess on the other, which is believed to be a representation of the Parthian goddess Anahita.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (95 BC - 92 BC)  - - - - - -

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