Lot 2085

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Phraates IV, (c.38-2 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.96 grams), Ecbatana mint, obv. medium size bust wearing a diadem to left with short beard, eagle behind head, rev. archer seated right on throne, seven line inscription, monogram **AGT*, (cf.S.7472, Sellwood 52.10, Shore 277 [this coin]). Off centred on reverse, evidence of overstriking causes extra line at the top on the reverse, light tone, attractive extremely fine.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 277).