Obol - Mithridates I

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IssuerParthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
Year164 BC - 132 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueObol (⅙)
CurrencyDrachm (247 BC-224 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight0.57 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sellwood#11.1
Obverse descriptionBare-headed, diademed and bearded bust left, wearing single turn torque, dotted border.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionArcher seated right on omphalos, three-line inscription.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟY ΑΡΣΑΚΟY
(Translation: KING GREAT ARSAKOS)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (164 BC - 132 BC)  - -
Catalog ID7074460650
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