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 Drachm - Vologases I
| Silver | 2.86 g | - | 
|   Issuer   |  Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) | 
|---|---|
|   King   |  Vologases I (51-78) | 
|   Type   |  Standard circulation coin | 
|   Years   |  58-77 | 
|   Value   |  Drachm (1) | 
|   Currency   |  Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) | 
|   Composition   |  Silver | 
|   Weight   |  2.86 g | 
|   Shape   |  Round (irregular) | 
|   Technique   |  Hammered | 
|   Orientation   |  Variable alignment ↺ | 
|   Demonetized   |  Yes | 
|   Updated   |  2024-10-10 | 
|   Numista   |  N#378678 | 
|---|---|
|   Rarity index   |  93% | 
Reverse
Archer seated right on throne, holding bow; monogram A below bow.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Parthian Empire, which issued this coin, was known for its extensive trade networks, and the Drachm coin was used as a form of currency along the famous Silk Road, which connected the East and West in a vast network of trade routes.