Drachm - Orodes II (57 BC - 38 BC) front Drachm - Orodes II (57 BC - 38 BC) back
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Drachm - Orodes II 57 BC - 38 BC

 
Silver 4.20 g 20 mm
Description
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
4.20 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#60653
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Beardless archer wearing bashlyk and cloak seated right on throne, holding bow in right hand; below bow, monogram [~]; no border; seven-line blundered Greek inscription.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Parthian Empire's Drachm coin is that it was used as a form of currency across a vast trade network that spanned from the Mediterranean to the Far East, highlighting the empire's significant economic influence during its time.