Parthian Empire Drachme - Mithradates II - 121-91 BC Sellwood Type 29.20 - Ecbatane, -121 – -91
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachme - Mithradates II - 121-91 BC Sellwood Type
Year
-121 – -91
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.83
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachme - Mithradates II - 121-91 BC Sellwood Type from Parthian Empire. Issued from -121 to -91. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 3.83 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of the King on the left with medium beard wearing the taenia, circular graining. Behind the bust, two monograms.
- Reverse
- Arsacès enthroned on the right, wearing khandis and bashlik and holding a bow. In exergue, a monogram. A monogram and a star behind the throne. Around it, a Greek legend in 4 lines. Materialized ground.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (121 BC - 91 BC) | — |
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