Lot 2064

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.84 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 **WA* below, (cf.S.7443, Sellwood 47.25, Shore 252 [this coin]). Good very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 252).