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Drachm - Phraates V 2 BC - 4 AD
| Silver | 3.70 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Phraates V (2 BC - 4 AD) |
| Regent | Musa (2 BC - 4 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2 BC - 4 AD |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.70 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 0004 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#378659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Archer (Arsakes I) seated right on throne, holding bow; monogram below bow.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Monograph A under the archer's bow is mint mark for Ecbatana.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Phraates V (2 BC - 4 AD) from Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) made of Silver weighing 3.70 g is that it features an image of the king, Phraates V, on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency during the Parthian Empire, which was a major power in the ancient Near East and beyond.
