Description

Parthian Empire. Arsaces XVI (ca 78-62/1 BC). AR Drachm (3.67g/ 17mm). Rhagae mint. short-bearded bust left wearing diadem, hair covering ear; griffin-ended torque; circular border of pellets
/ beardless archer wearing bashlyk and cloak seated right on throne; empty cloak sleeve ends in pellet reaching well below seat level, holding bow in right hand; no border; five-line Greek inscription = ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΘΕΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ. Swellwood 30 var. Extremely fine