Parthian Kingdom, Vonones II (c. A.D. 51), AR Drachm, Admirer of Greeks

Description

Vonones II
(c. A.D. 51)
AR Drachm, 3.42 g
Mint:
Ecbatana
Sellwood 67.1
Obv/ helmeted bust facing with short beard wearing diadem with loops at both sides; helmet with ornamentation (horns?) and ear flaps. Royal wart on forehead; at each side six-pointed stars; border of dots
Rev/ beardless archer, seated right on throne; in right hand bow, monogram below bow; somewhat blundered Greek legend.
Personal note: fine crack in flan, small area of purple/green patination, deposits on reverse, otherwise a nice bold strike of this rare type.
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