Parthia - Phraates IV (38-2 BCE)

Metal/Size: AR21; 2.5 grams; Denomination: Drachm; Mint: Rhaga; Date: 38-2 BCE; Obverse: Bare-headed bust left with medium-length pointed beard, wart on brow, segmented necklet, wearing diadem; eagle behind head holding wreath. Reverse: Beardless archer seated right on throne holding bow, below bow monogram; Greek legend (Type II) but somewhat illegible. References: Sellwood #52.13; Shore #281.

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