Parthian Empire Drachm - Artabanus II, 10 – 38
Sellwood Type 63
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Drachm
Year
10 – 38
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.2
Diameter (mm)
21.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 10 to 38. Struck in Silver. Measures 21.5 mm and weighs 3.2 g.
- Obverse
- Bare-headed bust left with medium square cut beard, wearing diadem with loop at the top and three ends, hair almost straight, earring visible; border of dots
- Reverse
- Beardless archer, seated right on throne; in right hand, bow; below bow monogram 26; Greek inscription
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (10-38) | — | Rhagae (Type 63.7) | 40% | |
| ND (10-38) A | — | Ecbatana (Type 63.6) | 55% |
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