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Drachm - Phraates II 132 BC - 127 BC
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Phraates II (135 BC - 128 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 132 BC - 127 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#375184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
King enthroned right on the omphalos, wearing khandis and bashlik, and holding a bow. Greek legend in 4 lines. Materialized ground.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛoY APΣAKoY ΘEoΠAToPoΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Phraates II (132 BC - 127 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 3.3 g is that it features an image of a seated archer on the obverse side, which was a common design element on Parthian coins. The seated archer symbolized the Parthian Empire's military prowess and their reputation as skilled archers.
