Lot 2016

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Gortazes I, (95-87 B.C.), silver drachm, (3.92 grams), Ecbatana mint, obv. small bust to left with beard, wearing tiara with horn in centre, torque ends in dot, rev. archer seated right on throne, five line inscription, (cf.S.7394, Sellwood 33.1, Shore 110 [this coin]). Toned, good very fine, partly filled die on reverse legend, scarce.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 110).