Obol - Phraates II

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IssuerParthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
Year127 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueObol (⅙)
CurrencyDrachm (247 BC-224 AD)
CompositionSilver
Weight0.6 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sellwood#
Obverse descriptionShort-bearded and diademed bust left, wearing radiate crown, single turn torque, dotted border. Dotted border.
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionNike walking right, palm branch over left shoulder, semicircular talisman in outstretched right hand, four-line inscription.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟY (right) ΑΡΣΑΚΟY ΘΕΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ (left).
(Translation: KING GREAT ARSAKES THEOPATOR)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (-127)  - -
Catalog ID3213188780
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