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
Weight0.72 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sellwood#12.5
Obverse descriptionDiademed and bearded bust right, reel-and-pellet border.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionLong bearded bust right in kyrbasia (Bagāyāsh/Bagasis), three-line inscription.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟY ΑΡΣΑΚΟY
(Translation: KING GREAT ARSAKOS)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (164 BC - 132 BC)  - -
Catalog ID8209013980
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