Lot 2069

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Orodes II, (c.57-38 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.56 grams), Mithradatkart mint, obv. large size bust with wart, wearing a diadem to left with short beard, star before crescent behind, rev. archer seated right on throne, seven line inscription, anchor behind, monogram MT over **W* below bow, (cf.S.7444, Sellwood 47.31, Shore 256 [this coin]). Good very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 256).