Description

Parthian Empire. Phraates II (138-127 B.C.). AR Drachm (4.23g/ 18mm). Nisa mint. short-bearded bust left, wearing diadem; behind, Greek letters IN; circular border of pellets
Rev: beardless archer wearing bashlyk and cloak seated right on omphalos, holding bow in right hand; no border; four-line Greek inscription with guide lines = ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ ΑΡΣΑΚΟΥ ΘΕΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ. Sellwood 16.10. Very fine.