Drachm - Phraates - Kingdom of Elymais (Arsacid Dynasty) (100-150) front Drachm - Phraates - Kingdom of Elymais (Arsacid Dynasty) (100-150) back
Drachm - Phraates - Kingdom of Elymais (Arsacid Dynasty) (100-150) photo
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Drachm - Phraates - Kingdom of Elymais Arsacid Dynasty

 
Billon 2.07 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Elymais (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100-150
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (247 BC-224 AD)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.07 g
Diameter
14 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#153185
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Eagle facing; no crescents

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Phraates, the ruler of the Kingdom of Elymais, who is depicted wearing a distinctive Parthian-style crown, which was a symbol of his royal lineage and power.