Parthian Empire Drachm - Mithradates II, -123 – -88
Sellwood Type 26.1
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Drachm
Year
-123 – -88
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular, 20.8 x 21.1 millimeters)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.16
Diameter (mm)
21
Thickness (mm)
2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from -123 to -88. Struck in Silver. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.16 g.
- Obverse
- Mithradates II (c. 123 - 88 B.C.) - ΜΙΘΡΑΔΑΤΗΣ - with a long bearded bust left wearing diadem, griffin-ended torque; circular border of pellets.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (123 BC - 88 BC) | — | |||
| ND (123 BC - 88 BC) | — | Ecbatana | ||
| ND (123 BC - 88 BC) | — | Rhagae |
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