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Drachm - Phraates III 69 BC - 57 BC
| Silver | 3.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Phraates III (69 BC - 57 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69 BC - 57 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arsacès, founder of the dynasty, seated on a throne, holding a bow in one hand. Under the bow, a monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ MEΓAΛoY APΣAKoY ΘEoΠAToPoΣ EYEPΓEToY EΠIΦANoYΣ KAI ΦIΛEΛΛHNoΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Phraates III (69 BC - 57 BC) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 3.9 g is that it features an image of a king on horseback, which was a common motif on Parthian coins. The king is depicted with a long beard and a crown, and the horse is shown in a galloping pose, giving the impression of movement and power. This design was used on many Parthian coins and has become a symbol of the empire's power and influence.
