Hemidrachm - Phraates II

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IssuerParthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
Year132 BC - 127 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueHemidrachm (½)
CurrencyDrachm (247 BC-224 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight2.33 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sellwood#16.25 for
Obverse descriptionShort-bearded and diademed bust left, wearing single turn torque, dotted border.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionArcher seated right on omphalos, four-line inscription.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟY (right) ΑΡΣΑΚΟY ΘΕΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ (left).
(Translation: KING GREAT - ARSAKES GOD-FATHER)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (132 BC - 127 BC)  - -
Catalog ID3262098930
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