Parthian Empire Drachm - Vologases VI, 208 – 228
Sellwood Type 88 - Ecbatana
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Drachm
Year
208 – 228
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.7
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 208 to 228. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 3.7 g.
- Obverse
- Bust left with long, pointed beard extending beyond beaded border; wearing tiara with ear flaps, pellets on stalks round crest and a line of pellets on stalks on side; lines coming out of crest and diadem with loop at the top and two ends. Monogram behind head (abbreviated king's name in Aramaic)
- Reverse
- Archer seated right on throne holding bow, below bow monogram 26. Blundered Greek legend with top line in Aramaic
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (208-228) A | — | Ecbatana |
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