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Drachm - Orodes I 80 BC - 75 BC
| Silver | 3.97 g | 20.2 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Orodes I (80 BC - 75 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 75 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.97 g |
| Diameter | 20.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arsacès, founder of the dynasty, seated on a throne, holding a bow in one hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛoY APΣAKoY EYEPΓEToY EΠIΦANoYΣ ΦIΛEΛΛHNoΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Orodes I (80 BC - 75 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 3.97 g is that it features an image of the king, Orodes I, on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency and exchange during the Parthian Empire, which was a major power in the ancient Near East and beyond.
