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Tetradrachm - Artabanus I
| Issuer | Parthian Empire |
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| Year | 125 BC |
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| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
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| Reverse description | Arsaces I, the dynastic founder, depicted as a heroic archer seated to the right on an omphalos or throne, his body turned slightly forward, holding a bow in his right hand. A Nike or winged Victory figure approaches from the left, extending a wreath toward the enthroned figure. The Greek legend ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ reads vertically in two columns flanking the central group, while ΗΠΡ appears in the lower exergual area, likely denoting a date or mint control mark in the Seleucid era system. The composition reflects the Hellenistic artistic tradition maintained by the Parthian court, with fine drapery rendered on both figures. |
| Reverse script | Greek |
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| Edge | Plain |
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