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Drachm - Orodes II 57 BC - 38 BC
| Silver | 3.70 g | 20 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 | 3.70 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Archer seated right on throne, holding bow. Seven-line Greek inscription around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥ ΕΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ ΦΙΛΕΛΛΗΝΟΣ
Translation: King of Kings Arsaces, Beneficent, Just, Illustriously born, Lover of Greece.
Edge
Plain
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 3.70 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 trade throughout the Parthian Empire, which at its peak was the largest empire of the ancient world, spanning from modern-day Iraq to Afghanistan.
