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Tetradrachm - Artabanus I Seleucia on the Tigris 187 126 BC
187 (126 BC) year| Silver | 16.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Artabanus I (𐭍𐭐𐭕𐭓) (127 BC - 123 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 187 (126 BC) |
| Calendar | Seleucid era |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.21 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#415315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Demeter seated left, holding Nike and cornucopia, winged tritoness supporting throne, monogram to outer left, date in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ
Θ
ΙΠΡ
Translation:
King Arsakes.
187
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded king facing left, wearing a royal diadem and a necklace, while the reverse side shows a seated goddess, likely Artemis, facing right, with a crescent moon and a star above her. This fusion of Greek and Persian elements reflects the cultural exchange and synthesis that occurred during the Parthian Empire's rule.
