Description

Parthian Empire. Pharaates III (ca 70/69-58/7 BC). AR Drachm (3.92g/ 17mm). Ekbatana mint. short-bearded bust left wearing diadem and necklet with medallion; circular border of pellets
/ beardless archer wearing bashlyk and cloak seated right on throne, holding bow in right hand; below bow, monogram [~]; no border; seven-line Greek inscription = ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΕΠΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ ΚΑΙ ΦΙΛΕΛΛΗΝΟΣ ΦΙΛΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΟΥ. Swellwood 36.6 (Darius?). Extremely fine, original patina.