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Tetradrachm - Artabanus Seleucia on the Tigris 127 BC - 126 BC
| 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 |
| Years | 127 BC - 126 BC |
| 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#415310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Demeter seated left, holding Nike and cornucopiae, winged tritoness supporting throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ
Translation: The great king Arsaces.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a king with a long beard, which was a symbol of wisdom and power in ancient Persian culture.
