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Octachalkon - Mithridates I 171 BC - 138 BC
| Bronze | 16.02 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates I (171 BC - 135 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 171 BC - 138 BC |
| Value | Octachalkon (⅛) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.02 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#419144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dioscuri galloping right.
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Octachalkon coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Mithridates I, while the reverse side shows a seated figure of the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Parthian Empire's reign.
