Drachm - Orodes II 57 BC - 38 BC
| Silver | 4.48 g | 18.3 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Orodes II (57 BC - 38 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 57 BC - 38 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.48 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#264881 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Square legend, archer seated right, in front mint-signature monogram, behind anchor (type iv).
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΑΡΣΑKΟΥ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥ ΕΠIΦΑΝΟΥΣ ΦΙΛEΛΛΗΝΟΣ
Translation: Of king of kings Arsaces, the benefactor, the just, the illustrious, friend of the Greeks.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Orodes II (57 BC - 38 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 4.48 g is that it features an image of the king, Orodes II, 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.
