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Tetradrachm - Phraates II 132 BC - 127 BC
| Silver | 16.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Phraates II (135 BC - 128 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 132 BC - 127 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#421000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Male deity seated left, holding Nike and cornucopiae, two monograms in exergue.
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin of Phraates II from the Parthian Empire is that it features a unique blend of Iranian and Hellenistic influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Phraates II wearing a royal diadem and a long beard, while the reverse side shows a seated figure of the Greek goddess Athena, signifying the cultural exchange and syncretism that characterized the Parthian Empire.
