Lot 2094

Description

Parthia, Kingdom of, Phraates IV, (c.38-2 B.C.) silver drachm, (3.12 grams), Margiane 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 **P*, (cf.S.7472, Sellwood 52.19, Shore 284 [this coin]). Weak strike, otherwise very fine and rare.

Ex. Shore Collection, Classical Numismatic Group New York auction, December 5, 1995 (lot 284).