Parthian Empire Tetradrachm - Vardanes I, 40 – 47
Sellwood Type 64
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
AR Tetradrachm
Year
40 – 47
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
14.18
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
AR Tetradrachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 40 to 47. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 14.18 g.
- Obverse
- Bare-headed bust left with short pointed beard wearing diadem with loop at the top, hair in four waves, ear covered, wart on brow
- Reverse
- King seated right on throne, receiving palm from Tyche holding cornucopia; Greek legend
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (40-47) | — | Seleucia |
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