Lot 2065

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.04 grams), Mithradatkart mint, obv. large size bust without wart wearing a diadem to left with short beard, star before crescent behind, rev. archer seated right on throne, seven line inscription, anchor behind, monogram MT over **W* below bow, (S.7444, Sellwood 47.29, Shore 254 [this coin]). Flan crack, good very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 254).