Lot 1992

Sale 52 · Important Australian Coins & Banknotes

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Mithradates II, (123-88 B.C.), silver drachm, (4.19 grams), Rhagae mint, obv. medium size bare-headed bust to left with long beard, wearing diadem, rev. archer seated right on throne, five line inscription, (S.7371, Sellwood 27.1, Shore 85). Attractive, extremely fine and scarce.

Ex. Antiquarius New Zealand, November 21, 1984, by private purchase. This is the first use of the title 'King of kings' on Parthian coins.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$200