Lot 2109

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Tiridates, (29-27 B.C.), silver tetradrachm, (9.58 grams), Seleucia mint, issued May year 3 = 27 B.C., obv. large size bare-headed bust to left with long beard, wearing diadem, wart on forehead, rev. king enthroned to left holding Nike and sceptre, in exergue month **[G D]AISI*, under throne **EPS*, seven line inscription, (cf.S.7496, Sellwood 55.5, Shore 308 [this coin]). Nearly very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995, (lot 308)