Parthian Empire Tetradrachm - Phraatakes, -2 – 4
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Æ Tetradrachm
Year
-2 – 4
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
10.28
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
0004
Description
Æ Tetradrachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from -2 to 4. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 10.28 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed bust to left; Nikai flanking, crowning Phraatakes with wreaths
- Reverse
- Archer (Arsakes I) seated to right on throne, holding bow; AIT (year) below bow, ΔAICIOY (month) in exergue.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (2 BC - 4 AD) | — |
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