Tetrachalkous - Phraates III

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IssuerParthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD))
Year67 BC - 63 BC
TypeStandard circulation coins
ValueTetrachalkon (1⁄16)
CurrencyDrachm (247 BC-224 AD)
CompositionBronze
Weight3.56 g
Dimensions18 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sellwood#36.19
Obverse descriptionShort-bearded bust left wearing diadem and necklet with medallion, Nike behind flying left; circular border of pellets
Obverse script
Obverse lettering
Reverse descriptionHorse walking right; no border; seven-line inscription.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΕΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ ΦΙΛΕΛΛΗΝΟΣ ΦΙΛΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ
(Translation: The Great King Arsaces, Illustrious, Philhellene, Patriotic, Benefactor)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (67 BC - 63 BC)  - -
Catalog ID1456621030
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