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Phraates IV., 38 - 2 BC
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AR dr., 3,47gr, 19,1mm; Sellwood 50.15, Shore -, Sunrise -;
mint: Rhagai; axis: 12h;
obv.: bare-headed bust, left, w/ broad 4-layer diadem, knot and 4 ribbons; medium-long hair in 5 waves, mustache, long pointed beard; earring, torque; wart on forehead; large Nike holding diadem over king’s head in upper right field;
rev.: archer, right, on throne, w/bow in one hand and monogram below bow; 7-line completely blundered legend;
poor quality metal and workmanship for a special issue;
ex: CNG auction 66; ex: Spink 1987 (F. Assar Collection).
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