Lot 2019

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Gotarzes I, (c.95-87 B.C.), silver drachm, (4.05 grams), Rhagae mint, obv. bust to left with beard, wearing a tiara with horn in centre, torque ends in dot rev. archer seated to right on throne, five line inscription, (cf.S.7394; Sellwood 33.4, Shore 114 [this coin]). Toned, good very fine and scarce.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 114).