Lot 2063

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.81 grams), Susa mint, obv. large size bust wearing a diadem to left with short beard, star before crescent behind, rev. archer seated right on throne, seven line inscription, X above bow monogram **RD* below, (cf.S.7443, Sellwood 47.23 variant, Shore 251 [this coin]). Very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 251).