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Dated Parthian Silver Tetradrachm. Rare!
Lot 65: KINGS of PARTHIA. Phraates IV (38-2 BC). AR Tetradrachm. Seleucia on the Tigris. 
AUCTION: Pars Coins (Auction 378)
- Sold Winning Bid: $480
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
KINGS of PARTHIA. Phraates IV (38-2 BC). AR Tetradrachm (10.90 gm; 26 mm). Mint = Seleucia on the Tigris. Year date off the flan, but either 288 SE or 289 SE, month = Gorpiaios (Sep/Oct 24 BC or Sep/Oct 23 BC). Diademed bust left, wart on forehead / Phraates seated right, receiving wreath from Athena standing left, holding scepter. Sunrise 391var; Sellwood 52.var; Shore 274; Callatay 337. Lovely strike on a nice flan. Choice EF. Nice original find patina. Rare this nice.
Lot Details
- Offered By: Pars Coins
- Lot #: 65
- Listing #: 3470
- Closed: Friday, July 29, 2022 11:21:20 AM CT
- Estimate: $800