Parthian Empire Drachm - Vologases III, 105 – 147
Sellwood Type 78 - Ecbatana
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Drachm
Year
105 – 147
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.7
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 105 to 147. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 3.7 g.
- Obverse
- Bare-headed bust left with long, pointed beard wearing diadem with loop at the top and three ends; earring visible; border of dots; border of dots
- Reverse
- Archer seated right on throne holding bow; archer's seat represented as horizontal line; blundered Greek legend; monogram below bow (Coin of Arsaces the king of kings, the benefactor, the just, the illustrious, friend of the Greeks)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | xf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (105-147) A | — | € 61,00 | € 71,00 | Ecbatana |
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