Lot 1860
Sale 75 · Important Australian, British & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.962 grams), Ecbatana 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, - over AT monogram under bow, (cf.S.7443, Sellwood 47.5, Shore 239). Bright, nearly extremely fine.
The Parthian kings were called brothers of the sun and moon, hence the star and crescent on their coins.
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $100