Greek - Parthia 121-91 BC Mithradates II AR Drachm A3622
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Greek - Parthia 121-91 BC Mithradates II AR Drachm A3622

Denomination: AR Drachm
Composition: Silver
Certification: Uncertified
Grade Raw: CH BU
Ruler: Features a bust of the king facing left, wearing a high tiara decorated with star or bead patterns.
Reverse: A beardless archer wearing a bashlyk and cloak, seated right on a throne and holding a bow.

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A silver drachm coin from the Parthian Empire, specifically attributed to Mithridates IV, featuring an archer seated on the reverse side. 

  • Material: Silver
  • Origin: Parthian Empire
  • Issuer: Mithridates IV
  • Reverse Scene: A beardless archer wearing a bashlyk and cloak, seated right on a throne and holding a bow.
  • Issuer: Likely minted under King Mithridates II (c. 121–91 BC) or King Gotarzes I (c. 95–90 BC).
  • Design: The obverse features a bust of the king facing left, wearing a high tiara decorated with star or bead patterns.
  • Material: Silver.
  • Significance: Parthian coinage often imitated Greek styles to facilitate trade, while highlighting Persian imperial power.
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