Lot 173: Parthian Kingdom. Mithradates II. 121-91 B.C. AR drachm. Rhagai.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 21 (Auction 326)

Description

Parthian Kingdom. Mithradates II. 121-91 B.C. AR drachm (20 mm, 3.88 g, 12 h). Rhagai. Diademed and draped bust of Mithradates II left, wearing tiara decorated with triple border of dots and star / Archer seated right on omphalos, holding bow. Sellwood 28.1; Shore 94-5. Lightly toned. Just a hint of porosity on obverse. Extremely fine.

Sellwood's issue 28 is noted for being the first series of coins to depict the ruler wearing the Parthian tiara.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 173
Listing #: 228941
Closed: Friday, September 29, 2017 4:57:20 PM CT
Estimate: $200

Sold Winning Bid: $140
3 Bid(s)

Description

Sellwood's issue 28 is noted for being the first series of coins to depict the ruler wearing the Parthian tiara.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 173
Listing #: 228941
Closed: Friday, September 29, 2017 4:57:20 PM CT
Estimate: $200