Drachm - Phraates III (68 BC - 62 BC) front Drachm - Phraates III (68 BC - 62 BC) back
Drachm - Phraates III (68 BC - 62 BC) photo
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Drachm - Phraates III 68 BC - 62 BC

 
Silver 4.09 g -
Description
Issuer
Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
King
Phraates III (69 BC - 57 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
68 BC - 62 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (247 BC-224 AD)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.09 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#415059
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Archer seated right on throne, holding bow, monogram below bow.

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Phraates III (68 BC - 62 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 4.09 g is that it features an image of a king with a long beard, which was a symbol of wisdom and power in ancient Parthian culture.