Parthian Empire Drachme - Orodes I - 80-75 BC Sellwood Type 34, -80 – -75

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Parthian Empire Parthian Empire
Currency Drachm (247 – 224)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Drachm
Year -80 – -75
Ruler Orodes I (-80–-75)
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 3.97
Diameter (mm) 20.2
Demonetized Yes

Description

Drachm from Parthian Empire. Issued from -80 to -75. Measures 20.2 mm and weighs 3.97 g.

Obverse
Obverse diademed bust of the King on the left, wearing a tiara surmounted by globules with a lily in the center ? Spiral torch ending in a pellet. Behind the bust, an anchor.
Reverse
Arsacès, founder of the dynasty, seated on a throne, holding a bow in one hand.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (80 BC - 75 BC) 

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