Parthian Empire Tetradrachm - Mithradates II, -119 – -109
Information
Country
Parthian Empire
Parthian Empire
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
AR Tetradrachm
Year
-119 – -109
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered (Die Alignment: 1h)
Weight (g)
16.22
Diameter (mm)
30
Demonetized
Yes
Description
AR Tetradrachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from -119 to -109. Struck in Silver. Measures 30 mm and weighs 16.22 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed and draped bust of Mithradates II to left, wearing torc.
- Reverse
- Archer (Arsakes I) seated right on omphalos, holding bow in his right hand; to outer right, palm branch; in exergue, TY.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (119 BC - 109 BC) | — |
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