Lot 2067

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (4.04 grams), Margiane 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, anchor behind, monogram **P* below bow, (cf.S.7444, Sellwood 47.30, Shore 255 [this coin]). Good very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 255).