Parthian Empire Drachm - Gotarzes II of Parthia, 40 – 51
Sellwood Type 65.33 - Ecbatana
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Drachm
Year
40 – 51
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.48
Diameter (mm)
23
Thickness (mm)
1.9
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 40 to 51. Struck in Silver. Measures 23 mm and weighs 3.48 g.
- Obverse
- Bare-headed bust left, long rectangular beard, earring visible; diadem with loop at the top and three ends; royal wart on forehead visible.
- Reverse
- Beardless archer, seated right on throne; in right hand, bow; Greek inscription ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΝ / ΑΡΣΑΚΟ[Υ] / ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟ[Υ] ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥ / [Ε]ΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ€ [ΦΙ]ΛΕΛΛΗ[ΝΟΣ], legend on left read from outside; mint monogram below bow.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (40-51) | — | Ecbatana |
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