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Tetradrachm - Vardanes I
| Billon | 14.18 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Vardanes I (40-47) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 40-47 |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 14.18 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#60666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
King seated right on throne, receiving palm from Tyche holding cornucopia.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕ[ΩΣ] ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩ[Ν] / ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ / ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥ / ΕΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ [ΦΙ]ΛΕΛΛΗΝ[ΟΣ]
Comment
There is a six pointed star on breast left in this variety (Sunrise 314).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Vardanes I (40-47) coin 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 Vardanes I, while the reverse side depicts a seated figure of the Greek goddess Tyche, who was revered as a symbol of fortune and prosperity in the ancient world. This fusion of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred during the Parthian Empire's reign.
