Parthian Empire Drachm - Vologases IV, 147 – 191
Sellwood Type 84.132 - Ecbatana
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Silver Drachm
Year
147 – 191
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.12
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Silver Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from 147 to 191. Struck in Silver. Measures 21 mm and weighs 3.12 g.
- Obverse
- Bearded bust of king left, wearing diademed tiara with ear flap and hooked appendages, diadem ends as three lines; border of dots
- Reverse
- Beardless archer, wearing kyrbasia and cloak, seated right on throne; in right hand, bow; in front, no pellet above bow, below bow monogram 26; Pahlavi inscription (Greek inscription is Sellwood iv) (King Vologases)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (147-191) | — | Ekbatana Mint |
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