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Parthian | Phraataces | Silver Drachm | 2 BC to AD 4 | PAR-PHRA-AR-DR-006

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AR (Silver) | Drachm | 2 BC to AD 4

16.7 mm | 3.41 g | 12h

$160.00

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This silver drachm of Phraataces, struck at Mithradatkart between 2 BC and AD 4, shows a blend of traditional Parthian elements and Hellenistic influence. The coin is notable for its debased silver content, symbolic motifs, and distorted legends, reflecting the transitional period of the Parthian kingdom.

  • Kingdom: Parthian
  • King / Ruler: Phraataces
  • Year: 2 BC to AD 4
  • Denomination: Drachm
  • Composition: AR (Silver), debased
  • Weight: 3.41 g
  • Diameter: 16.70 mm
  • Orientation: 12 h
  • Mint: Mithradatkart
  • Reference: Sellwood #56.13


Obverse

Head of Phraataces facing left, wearing diadem with straight line head-top above. Star and crescent in front of head; Nike with wreath behind. Pointed beard without wart on brow; spiral torque visible.

Reverse

Archer seated on throne facing right. Legend distorted, appearing as pellets and dashes. Behind throne, a fire altar; monogram below archer’s bow.

Inventory# PAR-PHRA-AR-DR-006

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