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LOT 2972

Kings of Parthia, Mithradates II AR Drachm. 121-91 BC.

Ekbatana mint; struck circa 96/5-93/2 BC. Diademed and draped bust to left, wearing tiara decorated with six-rayed star / Archer (Arsakes I) seated to right on throne, holding bow. Sellwood 28.3; Shore 97; Sunrise 298. Near Very Fine.(4.07gr, 21mm, 12h). [No Reserve]

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From a UK private collection.

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LOT 2972

Kings of Parthia, Mithradates II AR Drachm.

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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