Elymais Drachm - Orodes IV, 100
Kingdom of Elymais Arsacid Dynasty
Information
Country
Elymais
Elymais
Currency
Drachm
(247 – 224)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
100
Composition
Billon (CuSn or CuZn)
Shape
Round (irregular, 16.1 x 14.1 millimeters)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.39
Diameter (mm)
13.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Elymais. Issued in 100. Struck in Billon (CuSn or CuZn). Measures 13.5 mm and weighs 3.39 g.
- Obverse
- Bare-headed bust, facing, w/diadem, and 2 loops; 2 round tufts of hair on sides, one smaller oblong tuft on top of the head, mustache, chin beard, necklace.
- Reverse
- Female bust, left, (Artemis?) w/helmet (?), along with crest pellets on stalks, diadem, and 2 ribbons, a bunch of frontal hair, earring, necklace, 1 top bar and 1 bottom bar anchor in right field.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (140-190) | — | |||
| 100 | — |
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