Lot 2172

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Vologases III, (A.D. 105-147), silver drachm, (3.57 grams), Ecbatana mint, obv. pointed bearded bust to left triple diadem, rev. archer seated right on throne, seven line inscription, A bared above in front, crescent above bow, (S.5832, Sellwood 78.10, Shore 419 [this coin]). Striated obverse die, otherwise good very fine and scarce.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 419).