Ancient Persian Silver Coin // Parthia, 79-85 AD

Parthian Kingdom, Ancient Persia. King Artabanos V, 79–85 AD. Silver Drachm, Ecbatana Mint. The front features the diademed bust of Artabanos V facing left, with a long square-cut beard and nearly straight hair / The reverse depicts the founder Arsakes I seated right on a throne, holding a bow; Greek inscription around reads “King of Kings.” Coin reference: Sellwood 74.6; Shore 404; Sunrise 442 for type. Measures 21mm, weighs 3.64g. Lightly toned with sharp detail. Choice Bought Extremely Fine. Scarce. Provenance: Ex Pars Coins, Northern California. *** As the final ruler of the Parthian Empire, Artabanos V battled Roman pressure and internal strife—his coinage reflects the lasting power and tradition of Arsacid kingship in ancient Persia.

— Struck under Artabanos V, 79–85 AD at Ecbatana
— Provenance: Ex-Pars Coins, Northern California
— Diameter 21mm; Weight 3.64g

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