Kings of Parthia, Artabanos IV, AR Drachm, Ekbatana Mint, Circa AD 10-38

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Center Asian, Kings of Parthia, Artabanos IV, Circa AD 10-38, AR Drachm (silver, 3.75g, 20.1mm), Ekbatana Mint
Obv:  Diademed bust to left, with long square cut beard
Rev: Archer (Arsakes I) seated to right on throne, holding bow; monogram below
Ref: Sellwood 63.6 (Artabanos II); Sunrise 412 Rarity/Choice: Common, Superb (lovely strike)
Note: The Kings of Parthia ruled a vast empire in ancient Iran, known for their fierce military and cultural achievements. Parthian coinage, featuring distinctive portraits and symbols like the seated archer, reflects their rich heritage. Their reign, marked by conflicts with Rome and internal power struggles, shaped the history of the Near East. Sinatrukes reign was marked by internal conflicts and challenges from neighboring powers, such as the Seleucid Empire. Artabanos IV, a Parthian king (circa AD 10-38), faced internal and external challenges during his reign. He is known for his distinctive coinage, featuring a diademed bust with a long square-cut beard. As a ruler, he sought to maintain Parthian authority and heritage, evident in his connection to Arsakes I on his coins. The Ekbatana mint mark on the coin indicates it was struck in one of the primary Parthian mints. Ekbatana, located in modern-day Iran, was a significant administrative and cultural center of the Parthian Empire.

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