Parthian Empire Tetradrachm - Artabanus II, 10 – 38
Type # 63 - Seleucia
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ Tetradrachm
Year
10 – 38
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
13.5
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Æ Tetradrachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 10 to 38. Struck in Billon. Measures 25 mm and weighs 13.5 g.
- Obverse
- Bust facing with medium beard wearing diadem and spiral torque with no visible end; no wart; circular border of pellets
- Reverse
- Male wearing diadem left on horseback, arm extended; Greek letters ΤΛΗ divided by his head; in front, Tyche standing right presenting palm branch; below horse, monogram [~] (Artemisios?); four-line Greek inscription (L63i); no border (BASE OF ARSAKOU RIGHT SURFACE)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (10-38) | — | Seleucia |
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