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Drachm - Phraates II 138 BC - 127 BC
| Silver | 4.02 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Phraates II (135 BC - 128 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138 BC - 127 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.02 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Beardless archer wearing bashlyk and cloak seated right on omphalos, holding bow in right hand; no border; four-line Greek inscription with guide lines
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΘΕΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Phraates II (138 BC - 127 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 4.02 g is that it features an image of the king, Phraates II, on one side and an image of a goddess, possibly Athena, on the other side. 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.
