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© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
Tetradrachm - Mithridates II 119 BC - 109 BC
| Silver | 15.68 g | - |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates II (123 BC - 88 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 119 BC - 109 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.68 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Archer seated right on omphalos; behind, monogram; upright palm to right of legend.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin of Mithridates II from the Parthian Empire is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Mithridates II wearing a beard and a royal diadem, while the reverse side depicts a seated figure of the Greek goddess Athena, surrounded by Persian inscriptions. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that took place during the Parthian Empire's reign.
