Lot 4825

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.69 grams), Ecbatana mint, obv. small size bust wearing a diadem to left with short beard, rev. archer seated right on throne, seven line inscription, monogram ETP, (cf.S.7439, Sellwood 43.2, Shore -) another Phraates IV, (c.38-2 B.C.), silver drachm, (3.15 grams), similar with obverse bust left, eagle behind head, rev. + below bow, (cf.S.7472, Sellwood 52.20, Shore -). Fine - very fine, second with corroded surface. (2)

Ex Ye Olde Coin Co, Australia, for the first coin.