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Tetradrachm - Mithridates III Seleucia on the Tigris 87 BC - 80 BC
| Silver | 16.27 g | - |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Mithridates III (𐭌𐭄𐭓𐭃𐭕) (87 BC - 80 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 87 BC - 80 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.27 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Archer seated right on omphalos, holding bow.
Script: Greek
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Mithridates III, who was a prominent king of the Parthian Empire, on one side, and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of currency and trade during the Parthian Empire, which was known for its extensive trade networks and cultural exchange.
